Limpert Lower Lake Dam dam
Limpert Lower Lake Dam
Limpert Lower Lake Dam, located in Ashtabula, Ohio, is a private-owned earth dam constructed in 1963 primarily for recreational purposes. This dam stands at a height of 19.9 feet and has a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet, with a surface area of 8 acres and a drainage area of 1.15 square miles. Situated in the vicinity of Rices Mills, this dam serves as a crucial water resource in the region, being a tributary to Mosquito Creek.
Despite its importance, Limpert Lower Lake Dam has been assessed to be in poor condition as of its last inspection in June 2016. With a low hazard potential, the dam requires attention to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The Department of Natural Resources in Ohio regulates this dam, overseeing its inspection, permitting, and enforcement to mitigate any risks associated with its condition. It is vital for water resource and climate enthusiasts to advocate for the maintenance and proper management of Limpert Lower Lake Dam to safeguard its recreational benefits and ecological impact on the surrounding environment.
In light of the dam's poor condition assessment, it is crucial for stakeholders to collaborate in developing a comprehensive emergency action plan (EAP) to address any potential risks or hazards associated with the dam. Regular inspections and maintenance are essential to ensure the longevity and safety of Limpert Lower Lake Dam, given its importance in water resource management and recreation. Climate enthusiasts and conservationists should advocate for sustainable practices and funding to support the rehabilitation and maintenance of this vital infrastructure to preserve its benefits for future generations.
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 Limpert Lower Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mosquito Creek Near Greene Center Oh | 19 cfs | → |
| Shenango River At Pymatuning Dam | 201 cfs | → |
| Mosquito Creek Bl Mosquito Ck Dam Nr Cortland Oh | 47 cfs | → |
| Little Shenango River At Greenville | 116 cfs | → |
| Shenango River Near Transfer | 438 cfs | → |
| Mahoning River At Leavittsburg Oh | 571 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Limpert Lower Lake Dam.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Pymatuning State Park
- Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park
- Jamestown Campground
- Mosquito Lake State Park
- Chestnut
- Ermer
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
Track Limpert Lower Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Limpert Lower Lake Dam
Where does the data for Limpert Lower Lake Dam 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 Low 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 Limpert Lower Lake Dam.