Trumbull Creek Wetland Berm No. 7 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Trumbull Creek Wetland Berm No.


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Summary

7, located in Footville, Ohio, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 2002 for recreational purposes. Standing at a height of 11.5 feet and with a length of 4765 feet, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area, particularly for the unnamed tributary to Mill Creek. With a storage capacity of 227.1 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 81.6 acre-feet, the dam helps regulate water flow and provide a habitat for diverse wetland species.

Managed by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, Trumbull Creek Wetland Berm No. 7 is deemed to have low hazard potential and is in a satisfactory condition, as assessed in May 2016. The dam has undergone inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety for surrounding communities. Despite its primary purpose for recreation, the dam also serves as a vital component in the local ecosystem, contributing to water conservation efforts and enhancing the overall biodiversity of the region.

As climate change continues to impact water resources and wetland habitats, structures like Trumbull Creek Wetland Berm No. 7 play a crucial role in mitigating flooding risks and preserving natural environments. With a strategic location in Geauga County, Ohio, this earth dam serves as a model for sustainable water management practices, showcasing the importance of balancing recreational needs with environmental conservation efforts.

Year Completed

2002

Dam Length

4765

Dam Height

11.5

River Or Stream

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY TO MILL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

41.5

Drainage Area

0.1

Nid Storage

227.1

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

12
       
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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.