Loecy Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Loecy Pond Dam in Painesville, Ohio, is a private-owned structure regulated by the Department of Natural Resources.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 23.3 feet and stretching 500 feet in length, this earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a storage capacity of 62.1 acre-feet. The dam overlooks a tributary to Big Creek and poses a high hazard potential with a poor condition assessment as of the last inspection in May 2016.

Despite its recreational value, the dam's deteriorating condition raises concerns for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With a limited drainage area of 0.12 square miles and a maximum discharge of 192 cubic feet per second, the structural integrity of Loecy Pond Dam is crucial for preventing potential flooding and ensuring downstream safety. As the dam continues to age without recent modifications or risk management measures, the need for proactive maintenance and emergency action plans becomes increasingly urgent to address its high hazard potential.

As advocates for sustainable water resource management, enthusiasts should monitor the status of Loecy Pond Dam closely. With the dam's poor condition and high hazard potential, collaboration between private owners, regulatory agencies, and the local community is essential to prioritize repairs, update emergency action plans, and mitigate risks associated with its aging infrastructure. By staying informed and advocating for proactive measures, enthusiasts can help safeguard both the dam's recreational value and the surrounding ecosystem from potential water resource impacts.

Dam Length

500

Dam Height

23.3

River Or Stream

TRIBUTARY TO BIG CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.5

Drainage Area

0.12

Nid Storage

62.1

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

23
       
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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.