Willow Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO WEST BRANCH ROCKY RIVER· Medina, Ohio· Earth· 28 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Willow 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 28 ft (taller than 54.7% in OH)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage29 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge426 cfs
NID IDOH02087

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: October 17, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Willow Lake Park, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Willow Lake Dam?

Willow 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 Willow Lake Dam?

Willow Lake Dam is owned by Willow Lake Park, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Willow Lake Dam?

Willow 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 Willow Lake Dam?

Willow Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Willow Lake Dam last inspected?

Willow Lake Dam was last inspected on October 17, 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.