Lake Rockwell Dam

Ohio — Portage County — CUYAHOGA RIVER

Location

StateOhio
CountyPortage
RiverCUYAHOGA RIVER
Coordinates41.18278, -81.33111

Physical Characteristics

NID Height35 ft
Dam Height35 ft
Dam Length490 ft
NID Storage18,250 acre-ft
Max Storage18,250 acre-ft
Surface Area810 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 20, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1913
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCity of Akron

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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