Included in the property owned and managed
by Akron inside the Upper Cuyahoga Watershed are three reservoirs, East Branch, Wendell R. LaDue Reservoir and Lake Rockwell Reservoir. The reservoirs’ main purposes are to
provide flood control to downstream areas, replenish the river’s flow during dry
periods of summer and fall and maintain an ample supply of available drinking water for
the Akron residents and customers at all times. Both the land and the reservoirs provide
significant natural habitat for many species of plants, animals and, insects.
Lake Rockwell Reservoir is the primary source of Akron’s drinking water supply.
Because of its importance, this area is highly restricted. There is absolutely no
trespassing, no fishing or recreation permitted at Lake Rockwell at any time. Lake
Pippin is also considered an area of high importance and is restricted as well. Keeping
these waters restricted helps to ensure the highest quality water for both environmental
quality and the production of drinking water.
