Wolf Lakes Dams Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Wolf Lakes Dams, located in Seville, Ohio, are privately owned structures regulated by the Department of Natural Resources.


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Summary

These dams were completed in 1958 and serve primarily for recreation purposes, with a normal storage capacity of 59 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 93 acre-feet. The dams have a dam height of 28.9 feet and a length of 605 feet, creating a surface area of 8.8 acres and draining a watershed area of 0.49 square miles.

Despite their low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the Wolf Lakes Dams are subject to regular inspections, with the last one conducted in July 2020. The emergency action plan for the dams was last revised in September 2020, ensuring preparedness for any potential risks. With a maximum discharge capacity of 811 cubic feet per second, these dams play a crucial role in managing water resources and providing recreational opportunities for the surrounding community.

Overall, Wolf Lakes Dams stand as a vital infrastructure in the water resource management of the region, offering both recreational benefits and essential flood control measures. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, it is crucial to maintain and monitor these structures to ensure their resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions. The collaboration between private ownership and state regulatory agencies exemplifies the importance of cooperation in safeguarding our water resources for future generations.

Year Completed

1958

Dam Length

605

Dam Height

28.9

River Or Stream

TRIBUTARY TO CHIPPEWA CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8.8

Drainage Area

0.49

Nid Storage

93

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

29
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.