Werrmann Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO HALLS CREEK· Warren, Ohio· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 46.4% in OH)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage34 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge58 cfs
NID IDOH00548

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: No
Last Inspection: April 25, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

EGW Farm, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Werrmann Lake Dam?

Werrmann 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 Werrmann Lake Dam?

Werrmann Lake Dam is owned by EGW Farm, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Werrmann Lake Dam?

Werrmann 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 Werrmann Lake Dam?

Werrmann Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Werrmann Lake Dam last inspected?

Werrmann Lake Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2019. 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.