Fremont Upground Reservoir dam
Fremont Upground Reservoir
Fremont Upground Reservoir, located in Sandusky, Ohio, is a vital water supply infrastructure managed by the local government. Designed by ARCADIS, this Earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and was completed in 2012, providing a storage capacity of 2700 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 93 acres. The reservoir is situated along the Sandusky River, ensuring a reliable water source for the surrounding community of Ballville.
With a high hazard potential but in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in May 2018, Fremont Upground Reservoir plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. The dam undergoes regular inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. It is regulated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, with enforcement and permitting mechanisms in place to maintain compliance with state regulations.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will be intrigued by the engineering feat and environmental impact of Fremont Upground Reservoir. Its strategic location, storage capacity, and purpose for water supply highlight its importance in sustaining the local ecosystem and community. As a significant piece of infrastructure in the Detroit District, this reservoir serves as a key asset in managing water resources and mitigating the impacts of climate change in the region.
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 Fremont Upground Reservoir -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sandusky River Near Fremont Oh | 535 cfs | → |
| Portage R. Near Elmore Oh | 243 cfs | → |
| Portage River At Woodville Oh | 187 cfs | → |
| Sandusky River At Tiffin Oh | 407 cfs | → |
| Rock Creek At Tiffin Oh | 11 cfs | → |
| Rock Creek Near Republic Oh | · | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Fremont Upground Reservoir.
Boat launches
- Little Portage Wildlife Area
- Portage River Wildlife Access
- Toussaint Wildlife Area
- Resthaven Wildlife Area - Pond No. 8
- Bellevue Reservoir
- West Harbor Public Boat Launch
Campgrounds
- Crystal Rock Campground
- Zeller's Beach
- Group Area 1 Camping Area G Group
- Group Area 2 Camping Area G
- Camping Area E
- State Park Camp Grounds
Fishing spots
Track Fremont 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 Fremont Upground Reservoir
Where does the data for Fremont 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 Fremont Upground Reservoir.