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Dam

Sandusky - 2. Former Ballville Dam to Don Miller Memorial Park · OH

American Whitewater 41.3261, -83.1353

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Gauge Conditions

Sandusky River near Fremont OH Upstream Primary
Runnable: 800.0 – 3,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Dam
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Description

Dam. What Could Have Been.
What remains here appears to be the remnants of the Ballville Dam. The river left side seems to have portions that act like a small low-head dam—though it’s unclear whether this is part of the original structure or a natural ledge the dam was built on. The river right side has a much gentler gradient. I haven’t investigated it much, so more exploration is needed.

That said, there are surf opportunities at the right levels if you’re willing to experiment. Just keep an eye out for changes in flow and always scout before you drop in.

Location

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Type
Hazard
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
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Directions
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2. Former Ballville Dam to Don Miller Memorial Park
Sandusky
II(III) 0.7 mi
Hazard — Exercise extreme caution in this area.

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater