Weymouth Valley Lake No. 1 Dam

TRIBUTARY TO WEST BRANCH ROCKY RIVER· Medina, Ohio· Built 1968· Earth· 12 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Weymouth Valley Lake No. 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 4.8% in OH)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage19 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge2 cfs
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDOH02084

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: No
Last Inspection: October 30, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

CF Weymouth ARCIS, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Weymouth Valley Lake No. 1 Dam?

Weymouth Valley Lake No. 1 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 Weymouth Valley Lake No. 1 Dam?

Weymouth Valley Lake No. 1 Dam is owned by CF Weymouth ARCIS, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Weymouth Valley Lake No. 1 Dam built?

Weymouth Valley Lake No. 1 Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Weymouth Valley Lake No. 1 Dam?

Weymouth Valley Lake No. 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Weymouth Valley Lake No. 1 Dam?

Weymouth Valley Lake No. 1 Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Weymouth Valley Lake No. 1 Dam last inspected?

Weymouth Valley Lake No. 1 Dam was last inspected on October 30, 2018. 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.