Chippewa Creek Structure Viii-c

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateOhio
CountyMedina
Nearest CityRIVER STYX
River/StreamRIVER STYX
Coordinates41.05778, -81.79528

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height25 ft
Dam Height25 ft
Dam Length2,400 ft
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,860 acre-ft
Max Storage2,860 acre-ft
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge12,545 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerMWCD, Chippewa Subdistrict
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/27/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDOH01085
Federal IDOH01085
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams

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