Lindon Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO GRAND RIVER· Ashtabula, Ohio· Built 1961· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lindon Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 51.3% in OH)
Dam Length275 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage201 acre-ft
Normal Storage88 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,276 cfs
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)
NID IDOH00404

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 10, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Donald E. Brail

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lindon Lake Dam?

Lindon Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lindon Lake Dam?

Lindon Lake Dam is owned by Donald E. Brail (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lindon Lake Dam built?

Lindon Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Lindon Lake Dam?

Lindon 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 Lindon Lake Dam?

Lindon Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Lindon Lake Dam last inspected?

Lindon Lake Dam was last inspected on November 10, 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.