Baldwin Creek Dam Removal
Project Updates
Jan. 2025 - Construction is scheduled to begin in late February with demolition of the existing buildings. Shortly after, crews will work on tree clearing for the project. Dam removal is planned to begin in the summer.
About
This project aims to improve quality, habitat, and hydrology of a portion of Baldwin Creek just upstream of Coe Lake in Berea. Work will include the removal of a low head dam and select distressed structures along the ~510 linear foot stream corridor, as well as a number of restoration efforts to achieve the following goals:
- Restore near normal hydrology and sediment transport in Baldwin Creek
- Improve fish passage and re-colonization of macroinvertebrates upstream of the existing dam
- Restore ecosystem function in the floodplain and adjacent habitats
Project Type: Ecological Restoration and Site Improvements
Estimated Completion Date: Fall 2025
Contact: Seth Keller, Project Manager, 216-678-2651 or [email protected]
Project Size: ~510 linear feet of stream and habitat restoration; 3+ acres of restoration and plantings
Consulting Partner(s): Biohabitats
Partners:
- Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District (NEORSD)
Funding:
- Ohio EPA Water Resource Restoration Sponsor Program (WRRSP) - Sponsored by City of Akron
- Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District (NEORSD)
