Sandy Ridge Wetland Dam

Ohio — Lorain County — TRIBUTARY TO THE BLACK RIVER

Location

StateOhio
CountyLorain
RiverTRIBUTARY TO THE BLACK RIVER
Coordinates41.39000, -82.05333

Physical Characteristics

NID Height14 ft
Dam Height14 ft
Dam Length9,600 ft
NID Storage268 acre-ft
Max Storage268 acre-ft
Surface Area94 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionNovember 29, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1997
Primary PurposeFish and Wildlife Pond
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerLorain County Metro Parks

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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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