Loomis Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO BOSTON RUN· Summit, Ohio· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Loomis Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 58% in OH)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage19 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge15 cfs
NID IDOH02455

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: May 31, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Girl Scouts of North East Ohio

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Loomis Lake Dam?

Loomis 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 Loomis Lake Dam?

Loomis Lake Dam is owned by Girl Scouts of North East Ohio (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Loomis Lake Dam?

Loomis 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 Loomis Lake Dam?

Loomis Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Loomis Lake Dam last inspected?

Loomis Lake Dam was last inspected on May 31, 2017. 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.