Camp Lejnar Lake Dam dam
Camp Lejnar Lake Dam
Camp Lejnar Lake Dam, located in Painesville, Ohio, is a private-owned structure designed by the USDA, SCS with a primary purpose of recreation. Completed in 1967, this earth dam stands at a height of 12.5 feet and spans a length of 1420 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 57 acre-feet. Despite being regulated by the Department of Natural Resources and undergoing regular inspections, the dam has been deemed to have low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition.
Situated on a tributary to Paine Creek, the Camp Lejnar Lake Dam not only provides recreational opportunities but also serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the area. With a normal storage capacity of 22 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 500 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in maintaining the water supply and ensuring flood control in the region. The dam's location in Lake County, Ohio, makes it a key asset for both environmental conservation and community well-being.
With its scenic surroundings and important water management functions, Camp Lejnar Lake Dam is a significant piece of infrastructure that caters to both nature enthusiasts and climate conservationists. Its presence highlights the intersection of human development and ecological stewardship, showcasing the balance between recreation, water resource management, and environmental protection. As a well-maintained structure with low hazard potential, the Camp Lejnar Lake Dam stands as a testament to responsible dam construction and operation in support of sustainable development initiatives.
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 Camp Lejnar Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Grand River Near Painesville Oh | 327 cfs | → |
| Chagrin River At Willoughby Oh | 220 cfs | → |
| Unnamed Trib To Chagrin R At Mayfield Village Oh | 1 cfs | → |
| East Branch Euclid Creek At Richmond Heights Oh | 5 cfs | → |
| Unnamed Tributary To Chagrin R At Pepper Pike Oh | 3 cfs | → |
| Euclid Creek At South Euclid Oh | 7 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Camp Lejnar Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- North St. Clair Street Fairport Harbor
- Berkshire Drive Aquilla
- Lakeview Road Munson Township
- Madison Twp. Park
- Punderson State Park
- Eastlake Port Authority Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Girdled Road Reservation Campsite
- Heritage Hills Campgrounds
- Perry Township Park
- Headwaters Park Camping
- Chestnut
- Ermer
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
Track Camp Lejnar Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Camp Lejnar Lake Dam
Where does the data for Camp Lejnar 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 Camp Lejnar Lake Dam.