Ellis Lake Dam

Ohio — Wyandot County — CRANBERRY RUN AND PORCUPINE CREEK

Location

StateOhio
CountyWyandot
RiverCRANBERRY RUN AND PORCUPINE CREEK
Coordinates40.88583, -83.23056

Physical Characteristics

NID Height22 ft
Dam Height22 ft
Dam Length600 ft
NID Storage565 acre-ft
Max Storage565 acre-ft
Surface Area38 acres

Safety Classification

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

Dam Information

Year Completed1961
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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