Lake Dorothy Dam dam
Lake Dorothy Dam
Lake Dorothy Dam, located in Barberton, Ohio, is a privately owned structure designed by William G. Clark and completed in 1929. The dam, situated on the Hudson Run river, stands at a height of 35.5 feet and has a length of 468 feet, holding a maximum storage capacity of 2320 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam provides opportunities for water-based activities in its 114-acre surface area.
Despite its age, Lake Dorothy Dam is regularly inspected and maintained by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam has a high hazard potential but is currently rated as being in fair condition. Its last inspection in July 2020 confirmed its stability, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. As a vital component of the local water resource management system, the dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and providing recreational opportunities for the surrounding community.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lake Dorothy Dam serves as a significant landmark in Summit County, Ohio, offering both recreational benefits and necessary water storage capacity. With its historical significance, ongoing maintenance, and state-regulated status, the dam stands as a testament to sustainable water management practices in the region. Its presence on the Hudson Run river not only enhances the natural landscape but also highlights the importance of maintaining and preserving water resources 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 Lake Dorothy Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tuscarawas River Above Barberton Oh | 94 cfs | → |
| Cuyahoga River At Old Portage Oh | 581 cfs | → |
| Chippewa Creek At Miller Rd At Sterling Oh | 43 cfs | → |
| Tuscarawas River At Massillon Oh | 300 cfs | → |
| Cuyahoga River At Jaite Oh | 933 cfs | → |
| Middle Branch Nimishillen Creek At Canton Oh | 36 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lake Dorothy Dam.
Boat launches
- Portage Lakes State Park - North Reservoir
- Portage Lakes State Park - Long Lake
- Portage Lakes State Park - Turkeyfoot
- Old State Park
- Portage Lakes State Park - C 1
- Portage Lakes State Park - 2 Na
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
- Aurora Pond
- Deer Creek Reservoir
- Berlin Lake
- East 72nd Street Fishing Area
- Charles Mill Lake
- Apple Valley Lake
Paddle runs
Track Lake Dorothy Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Lake Dorothy Dam
Where does the data for Lake Dorothy 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 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 Lake Dorothy Dam.