Mingo Sportsman Club Pond Dam, located in Jefferson County, Ohio, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1969 for the primary purpose of tailings storage.
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The dam stands at a height of 48.8 feet and has a storage capacity of 73.7 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 51.6 acre-feet. The dam is situated along a tributary to McIntyre Creek, with a drainage area of 0.06 square miles.
Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam is currently in poor condition as of the last inspection in May 2019. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources regulates the dam, ensuring that it undergoes regular inspections and enforcement measures. With a spillway width of 0 feet and no outlet gates, the dam poses a risk to the surrounding area in the event of a breach. Water resource and climate enthusiasts should keep an eye on the maintenance and management of Mingo Sportsman Club Pond Dam to prevent potential safety and environmental concerns in the future.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
315 |
Dam Height |
48.8 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO MCINTYRE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
0.06 |
Nid Storage |
73.7 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
49 |