Aberdeen Development North Retention Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Aberdeen Development North Retention Dam, located in Cuyahoga, Ohio, is a crucial structure designed by EUTHENICS, INC.


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Summary

to address flood risk reduction in the area. Completed in 1997, this earth dam stands at a height of 12.6 feet and spans a length of 110 feet, with a capacity to store up to 64.9 acre-feet of water from an unnamed tributary to Euclid Creek. With a normal storage capacity of 35.5 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.35 square miles, this dam plays a significant role in managing water resources in the region.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, the Aberdeen Development North Retention Dam has been inspected periodically to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The dam has been assessed to be in satisfactory condition, with a hazard potential classified as significant. In the event of an emergency, the dam operators are expected to follow established guidelines for risk management and emergency preparedness. Despite not being under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers, the Aberdeen Development North Retention Dam serves as a vital asset for mitigating flood risks and protecting the surrounding community from potential water-related disasters.

With its strategic location and design, the Aberdeen Development North Retention Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Cuyahoga, Ohio. As a key infrastructure for flood risk reduction, this earth dam continues to play a crucial role in safeguarding the area from the impacts of extreme weather events. As climate change poses new challenges to water resources, structures like the Aberdeen Development North Retention Dam highlight the importance of proactive planning and investment in sustainable water management solutions to ensure the long-term resilience of communities against the evolving climate conditions.

Year Completed

1997

Dam Length

110

Dam Height

12.6

River Or Stream

UNNAMED TRIB TO EUCLID CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.7

Drainage Area

0.35

Nid Storage

64.9

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

13
       
Seasonal Comparison

Weather Forecast

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Aberdeen Development North Retention DamChagrin River at Willoughby OH Preview Chagrin River At Willoughby Oh
374.0cfs
374cfs
Aberdeen Development North Retention DamTinkers Creek at Bedford OH Preview Tinkers Creek At Bedford Oh
80.8cfs
81cfs
Aberdeen Development North Retention DamCuyahoga River at LTV Steel Cleveland OH Preview Cuyahoga River At Ltv Steel Cleveland Oh
1150.0cfs
1150cfs
Aberdeen Development North Retention DamMill Creek at Garfield Hts OH Preview Mill Creek At Garfield Hts Oh
10.4cfs
10cfs
Aberdeen Development North Retention DamCuyahoga River at Independence OH Preview Cuyahoga River At Independence Oh
484.0cfs
484cfs
Aberdeen Development North Retention DamBig Creek at Cleveland OH Preview Big Creek At Cleveland Oh
8.86cfs
9cfs

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. 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.
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