Granger Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO YELLOW CREEK· Medina, Ohio· Earth· 13 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Granger Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 7.3% in OH)
Dam Length490 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage133 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge562 cfs
NID IDOH00603

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 4, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Granger Lakes Condo Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Granger Lake Dam?

Granger Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Granger Lake Dam?

Granger Lake Dam is owned by Granger Lakes Condo Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Granger Lake Dam?

Granger Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Granger Lake Dam?

Granger Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Granger Lake Dam last inspected?

Granger Lake Dam was last inspected on November 4, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.