Oberlin Upground Reservoir

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateOhio
CountyLorain
Nearest CityOBERLIN
River/StreamOFFSTREAM
Coordinates41.27500, -82.17833

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height20 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length6,156 ft
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,070 acre-ft
Max Storage1,070 acre-ft
Normal Storage880 acre-ft
Surface Area54 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Oberlin
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/18/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDOH00112
Federal IDOH00112
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams

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