Findley Lake Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateOhio
CountyLorain
Nearest CityWELLINGTON
River/StreamWELLINGTON CREEK
Coordinates41.13750, -82.21083

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height33 ft
Dam Height33 ft
Dam Length1,670 ft
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,480 acre-ft
Max Storage2,480 acre-ft
Normal Storage885 acre-ft
Surface Area84 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge16,212 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerODNR, Division of Parks & Watercraft
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection12/13/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDOH00438
Federal IDOH00438
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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