Walter C. Best Lake Dam

Ohio — Geauga County — Tributary to Chagrin River

Location

StateOhio
CountyGeauga
RiverTributary to Chagrin River
Coordinates41.55611, -81.20167

Physical Characteristics

NID Height15 ft
Dam Height15 ft
Dam Length3,410 ft
NID Storage220 acre-ft
Max Storage220 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 28, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerGeauga Park District

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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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