Csonka Brothers Pond Dam, located in Columbiana, Ohio, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1975 for recreational purposes.
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The dam stands at a height of 24 feet and spans 750 feet in length, creating a storage capacity of 57 acre-feet. Situated on a tributary to Middle Fork Little Beaver Creek, the dam is regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio and is categorized as having a significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment.
Despite its poor condition, Csonka Brothers Pond Dam continues to serve as a recreational resource for the local community in Logtown, offering a surface area of 5.7 acres and a normal storage capacity of 20.7 acre-feet. However, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3, there are concerns regarding the dam's structural integrity and the potential for downstream flooding in the event of a failure. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates further highlight the need for ongoing inspections and maintenance to ensure public safety and environmental protection.
In light of its risk profile, stakeholders are urged to prioritize the maintenance and monitoring of Csonka Brothers Pond Dam to mitigate potential hazards and safeguard the surrounding area. With the dam being privately owned and regulated by state agencies, collaboration between the owner, regulatory authorities, and community members is essential to implement necessary risk management measures and ensure the long-term safety and sustainability of this vital water resource in Ohio.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
750 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO MIDDLE FORK LITTLE BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
57 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |