East Branch Reservoir Dam

Ohio — Geauga County — EAST BRANCH CUYAHOGA RIVER

Location

StateOhio
CountyGeauga
RiverEAST BRANCH CUYAHOGA RIVER
Coordinates41.50361, -81.09389

Physical Characteristics

NID Height34 ft
Dam Height34 ft
Dam Length1,800 ft
NID Storage9,650 acre-ft
Max Storage9,650 acre-ft
Surface Area395 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionOctober 5, 2021
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1939
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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