Ohio lowered Guilford Lake by 20 feet for a $14 million dam rehabilitation project; the reservoir is expected to refill in 2027
- PC: Ohio Department of Natural ResourcesOhio has lowered Guilford Lake by 20 feet as part of a $14 million dam rehabilitation project to address structural deficiencies and meet modern safety requirements.
- According to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), the reservoir reached full drawdown during preparations for construction, which includes replacing the existing spillway and improving the dam’s drainage system and embankment stability.
- The work is intended to help the dam safely manage major flood events and protect downstream communities.
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- PC: Ohio Department of Natural ResourcesOhio has lowered Guilford Lake by 20 feet as part of a $14 million dam rehabilitation project to address structural deficiencies and meet modern safety requirements.
- According to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), the reservoir reached full drawdown during preparations for construction, which includes replacing the existing spillway and improving the dam’s drainage system and embankment stability.
- The work is intended to help the dam safely manage major flood events and protect downstream communities.
Sources: Times of India