Wellington Upground Reservoir dam
Wellington Upground Reservoir
Wellington Upground Reservoir, located in Lorain County, Ohio, is a vital water supply infrastructure designed by Finkbeiner, Pettis, & Strout in Toledo. Completed in 1972, this Earth dam stands at 35 feet tall and spans 11,391 feet, with a storage capacity of 4,632 acre-feet. The reservoir's primary purpose is to ensure a reliable water supply for the city of Wellington, drawing water from the offstream Charlemont Creek.
Maintained and regulated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, this reservoir is subject to regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure public safety and water security. With a hazard potential classified as high and a fair condition assessment as of October 2018, the Wellington Upground Reservoir plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and providing water resources for the region. Despite its age, the reservoir continues to serve its purpose effectively, highlighting the importance of sustainable water management in the face of climate variability.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Wellington Upground Reservoir serves as a prime example of infrastructure resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions. As part of the Buffalo District under the US Army Corps of Engineers, this reservoir stands as a testament to the importance of proactive maintenance and risk management in safeguarding water resources for present and future generations. The combination of engineering excellence and regulatory oversight ensures that the reservoir remains a critical asset for water supply and flood control in Lorain County, Ohio.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Wellington Upground Reservoir -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Vermilion River Near Vermilion Oh | 123 cfs | → |
| Black River At Elyria Oh | 92 cfs | → |
| Old Woman Creek At Berlin Rd Near Huron Oh | 10 cfs | → |
| Plum Creek Near Olmsted Falls Oh | 2 cfs | → |
| West Branch Rocky River At West View Oh | 68 cfs | → |
| Baker Creek At Olmstead Falls Oh | 4 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Wellington Upground Reservoir.
Boat launches
- New London Reservoir Park/Campground
- Chippewa Lake Boat Launch
- Vermilion Boat Launch
- Cleveland Road East Vermilion Township
- Hot Waters Boat Ramp
- Bellevue Reservoir
Fishing spots
- Charles Mill Lake
- Clear Fork Reservoir
- East 72nd Street Fishing Area
- Beaver Creek Upground Reservoir
- Bucyrus Reservoirs
- Aurora Pond
Paddle runs
Track Wellington Upground Reservoir in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Wellington Upground Reservoir
Where does the data for Wellington Upground Reservoir come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Wellington Upground Reservoir.