Chippewa Creek Structure V-C dam
Chippewa Creek Structure V-C
Chippewa Creek Structure V-C is a vital flood risk reduction infrastructure located in Wayne, Ohio. Completed in 1971 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 28.2 feet and spans 585 feet in length. It serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction by controlling the flow of a tributary to Steele Ditch, with a drainage area of 3.67 square miles.
The dam boasts a storage capacity of 820.3 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 25.5 feet and a surface area of 8.5 acres. Despite its significant hazard potential, the structure's condition assessment in 2020 rated it as satisfactory. It is regulated by Ohio's Department of Natural Resources, with state inspection, permitting, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Chippewa Creek Structure V-C plays a crucial role in safeguarding the local community from flood threats, with a maximum discharge capacity of 3,231 cubic feet per second. As climate change continues to impact water resources, this infrastructure stands as a key asset in mitigating flood risks and protecting the environment. Its design and construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service reflect a commitment to sustainable water management practices, making it a standout example of effective flood risk reduction infrastructure in 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 Chippewa Creek Structure V-C -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Chippewa Creek At Miller Rd At Sterling Oh | 29 cfs | → |
| Tuscarawas River Above Barberton Oh | 27 cfs | → |
| Tuscarawas River At Massillon Oh | 310 cfs | → |
| Cuyahoga River At Old Portage Oh | 442 cfs | → |
| East Branch Rocky River Near Strongsville Oh | 30 cfs | → |
| W Br Nimishillen Crk At Tuscarawas St At Canton Oh | 17 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Chippewa Creek Structure V-C.
Boat launches
- Chippewa Lake Boat Launch
- Portage Lakes State Park - Turkeyfoot
- Portage Lakes State Park - North Reservoir
- Old State Park
- Portage Lakes State Park - 2 Na
- Portage Lakes State Park - Long Lake
Campgrounds
- Portage Lakes State Park
- Towpath Campsite
- Camp Christopher
- Camp Toodik Family Campground
- Silver Springs - Stow
Fishing spots
- Charles Mill Lake
- Aurora Pond
- Deer Creek Reservoir
- Clear Fork Reservoir
- Apple Valley Lake
- East 72nd Street Fishing Area
Paddle runs
Track Chippewa Creek Structure V-C 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 Chippewa Creek Structure V-C
Where does the data for Chippewa Creek Structure V-C 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 Significant 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 Chippewa Creek Structure V-C.