Ellis Lake No. 2 Dam

Ohio — Wyandot County — TRIBUTARY TO PORCUPINE CREEK

Location

StateOhio
CountyWyandot
RiverTRIBUTARY TO PORCUPINE CREEK
Coordinates40.88500, -83.22750

Physical Characteristics

NID Height25 ft
Dam Height25 ft
Dam Length270 ft
NID Storage74 acre-ft
Max Storage74 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 18, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1955
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerEllis Lake Recreation Club, Inc.

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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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