Fritz Pond Dam dam
Fritz Pond Dam
Located in Columbiana, Ohio, Fritz Pond Dam stands as a testament to human ingenuity and the harmonious relationship between water resources and recreation. Built in 1974 with a primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities, this earth-type dam reaches a height of 26.4 feet and stretches 490 feet in length. Nestled along a tributary to Alder Lick Run, the dam boasts a storage capacity of 79.2 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7.7 acres.
Managed by a private owner and regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, Fritz Pond Dam is subject to regular inspections, with its condition assessed as fair and a low hazard potential identified. Despite these risk factors, the dam remains a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking leisure activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. With a drainage area of 0.2 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 48.8 acre-feet, the dam serves as both a recreational hub and a vital component of the local water ecosystem.
Visitors to Fritz Pond Dam can appreciate its tranquil setting and the careful balance struck between human enjoyment and environmental stewardship. The dam's presence not only offers a picturesque backdrop for outdoor adventures but also underscores the importance of responsible water resource management in the face of climate challenges. As a symbol of resilience and conservation, Fritz Pond Dam invites exploration and contemplation, making it a valuable asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Fritz Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow Creek Near Hammondsville Oh | 77 cfs | → |
| Little Beaver Creek Near East Liverpool Oh | 411 cfs | → |
| Kings Creek At Weirton | 19 cfs | → |
| Raccoon Creek At Moffatts Mill | 79 cfs | → |
| Beaver River At Beaver Falls | 3,870 cfs | → |
| Beaver River At Wampum | 2,760 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Fritz Pond Dam.
Track Fritz Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Fritz Pond Dam
Where does the data for Fritz Pond Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Fritz Pond Dam.