Miner Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Miner Pond Dam, located in Portage County, Ohio, along the West Branch Mahoning River, was completed in 1967 for the primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

This privately owned Earth dam stands at a height of 23.6 feet, with a storage capacity of 45.1 acre-feet and a surface area of 5.4 acres. Despite its recreational significance, the dam has been flagged with a "Significant" hazard potential and a "Poor" condition assessment, indicating a need for maintenance and potential safety concerns.

The Department of Natural Resources in Ohio regulates Miner Pond Dam, ensuring that state permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols are followed. The dam has not undergone any significant modifications in recent years, with its last inspection taking place in April 2016. With a maximum discharge capacity of 64 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts monitor the status of Miner Pond Dam, there is a growing awareness of the need for comprehensive risk management measures and emergency preparedness protocols. With its proximity to the West Branch Mahoning River and the potential impact of a breach on the local community, stakeholders are encouraged to prioritize the maintenance and safety of this essential infrastructure to ensure its long-term sustainability.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

685

Dam Height

23.6

River Or Stream

WEST BRANCH MAHONING RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.4

Drainage Area

0.18

Nid Storage

45.1

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

24
       
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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.