North Kingsville Route 20 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
North Kingsville Route 20 Lake Dam, located in Ashtabula, Ohio, stands as a vital structure managed by the local government for recreational purposes since its completion in 1900.
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Summary
With a height of 22.3 feet and a storage capacity of 50.6 acre-feet, this earth dam is situated on a tributary to Lake Erie and serves as an essential component for flood control and water resource management in the area. Despite its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment, the dam undergoes regular inspections by the Department of Natural Resources to ensure its structural integrity and public safety.
The dam's inspection frequency of five years highlights the authorities' commitment to monitoring and maintaining this crucial infrastructure, which covers a drainage area of 1.43 square miles. The dam's primary purpose for recreation underscores its importance in providing leisure opportunities to the local community while addressing water management needs. As part of the Pittsburgh District, the dam's association with the federal agency reinforces its role in safeguarding the environment and enhancing climate resilience in the region. With its historical significance and ongoing regulatory oversight, North Kingsville Route 20 Lake Dam remains a key asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in sustainable infrastructure development and management.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
260 |
Dam Height |
22.3 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO LAKE ERIE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.5 |
Drainage Area |
1.43 |
Nid Storage |
50.6 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Conneaut Creek At Conneaut Oh
|
2170cfs |
Brandy Run Near Girard
|
16cfs |
Walnut Creek Upstream Pool
|
57cfs |
Mosquito Creek Near Greene Center Oh
|
298cfs |
Grand River Near Painesville Oh
|
1890cfs |
Shenango River At Pymatuning Dam
|
189cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
North Kingsville Route 20 Lake Dam