Michael J. Kirwan Dam

Ohio — Portage County — WEST BRANCH OF THE MAHONING

Location

StateOhio
CountyPortage
RiverWEST BRANCH OF THE MAHONING
Coordinates41.15654, -81.07931

Physical Characteristics

NID Height83 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length9,900 ft
NID Storage124,000 acre-ft
Max Storage124,000 acre-ft
Surface Area2,650 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 4, 2026
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1966
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerUSACE - Pittsburgh District
Other NameMichael J Kirwan Reservoir

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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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