FAQs
The 444-acre lake at the site, named Wingfoot Lake in honor of Goodyear's corporate logo, provided the crucial water supply for the operation. A hangar was constructed on the south shore of the lake, along with workshops, a hydrogen plant, and a landing field.
What is the history of Wingfoot Lake State Park? ›
Long before Wingfoot Lake and its scenic surroundings were dedicated for outdoor fun, they were pressed into service for the national defense. In 1916, the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company developed the rural property outside its Akron headquarters as a manufacturing facility for its navigable balloons.
Is there an HP limit on Wingfoot Lake? ›
I picked up a recent ODNR pamphlet on Wingfoot and it states it is an unlimited HP/No wake lake.
What is the largest lake in Ohio? ›
Grand Lake St. Marys is Ohio's LARGEST inland lake. At 13,500 acres, this grand lake invites you to enjoy its vast expanse for water recreation fun. There are plenty of reasons to enjoy a visit to Grand Lake St.
What is in the Goodyear blimp? ›
The Goodyear blimps are inflated with helium. The helium is maintained under low pressure, so small punctures do not pose serious consequences for the blimp. One inspection element of the blimps is to look into the envelope for pinpoints of light which are indicative of small holes.
What is the poem Wingfoot Lake about? ›
“Wingfoot Lake,” subtitled “Independence Day,” signifies the Fourth of July. More importantly, it suggests Beulah's independence, recognition that she is single and sees herself for what she is now and not linger on the past. Dove comingles freedom and loss on the first anniversary of Thomas' death.
How many acres is Crow Wing State Park? ›
The 3,119-acre park also has a rich natural history with three of Minnesota's major landscapes (pine, prairie and hardwood) containing diverse plants and wildlife. Discover how rivers have drawn people to this area for generations.
What is the largest Ohio State Park? ›
This magnificent state park is Ohio's largest, with 17,229 acres of recreational facilities available to visitors. Salt Fork is said to have derived its name from a salt well used by Native Americans which was located near the southeastern corner of the park. Salt Fork lies in the unglaciated portion of the state.
What is the size of Buckeye Lake? ›
It remains as a state nature preserve today. With the rapid demise of the canals shortly after its impoundment, Buckeye Lake survives today as a popular recreational lake of 2,873 acres with a drainage area of 31,488 acres. Buckeye Lake has an average depth of about 6 feet with a maximum depth of about 14 feet.
How big is Charles Mill lake? ›
The lake impounds 1,350 acres of water and has 25-miles of shoreline. The main purpose for constructing the lake was for flood control. The watershed draining into Charles Mill covers 5,040,002 acres. Today, recreation is one of the biggest public benefits of the lake.
West Branch Reservoir is located within West Branch State Park. The 2,650-acre lake with its many forks and coves is extremely popular with fishermen, boaters and swimmers.
