Dams in Wyandot County, Ohio
6Total Dams
0High Hazard
5Significant
Dam Safety in Wyandot County, Ohio
Wyandot County has 6 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Another 5 carry a significant hazard classification. Currently, 3 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Wyandot County is 56 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Upper Sandusky Reservoir Dam at 31 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Sandusky Reservoir Dam | Significant | Poor | 31 | Recreation | 1957 |
| Ellis Lake No. 2 Dam | Significant | Fair | 25 | Recreation | 1955 |
| Upper Sandusky Reservoir #2 | Significant | Satisfactory | 25 | Water Supply | 2005 |
| Ellis Lake Dam | Significant | Poor | 22 | Recreation | 1961 |
| Killdeer Wildlife Pond 27 Southwest Cell | Significant | Poor | 9 | Recreation | |
| Bowman Lake Dam | Undetermined | Not Rated | 23 | Recreation |