Pischieri Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Pischieri Pond Dam in Strongsville, Ohio, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation.


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Summary

Completed in 1957, the dam stands at a height of 36.7 feet and has a length of 800 feet, providing a storage capacity of 41 acre-feet. Situated on a tributary to the East Branch Rocky River, the dam is regulated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure safety and compliance with state regulations.

Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is labeled as poor, highlighting the need for maintenance and potential upgrades to mitigate risks. The last inspection in March 2019 revealed this assessment, prompting a closer look at the dam's structural integrity and emergency preparedness. With a drainage area of only 0.03 square miles, the dam's maximum discharge capacity is 135 cubic feet per second, underscoring the importance of proper maintenance to prevent potential flooding and environmental damage.

As enthusiasts of water resources and climate, it is crucial to keep a close eye on the condition of Pischieri Pond Dam and advocate for necessary improvements to ensure its long-term safety and resilience. With its location in the Buffalo District of the US Army Corps of Engineers and under the jurisdiction of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, this dam plays a vital role in both recreational activities and water management in the region. By staying informed and actively participating in discussions regarding its maintenance and risk management, we can help safeguard this important water resource for future generations.

Year Completed

1957

Dam Length

800

Dam Height

36.7

River Or Stream

TRIBUTARY TO EAST BRANCH ROCKY RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Drainage Area

0.03

Nid Storage

41

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

37
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.