Lake Louise Dam

TRIBUTARY TO MIDDLE BRANCH SANDY CREEK· Stark, Ohio· Built 1983· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Louise Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 42.1% in OH)
Dam Length310 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage29 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge527 cfs
Year Completed1983 (43 years old)
NID IDOH02409

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 10, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Joseph E. Sarchione

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Louise Dam?

Lake Louise Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lake Louise Dam?

Lake Louise Dam is owned by Joseph E. Sarchione (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Louise Dam built?

Lake Louise Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Louise Dam?

Lake Louise Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lake Louise Dam?

Lake Louise Dam has a dam height of 25 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Lake Louise Dam last inspected?

Lake Louise Dam was last inspected on November 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.