Lilley Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO HALLS CREEK· Warren, Ohio· Built 1954· Earth· 43 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lilley Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 43 ft (taller than 86.7% in OH)
Dam Length970 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage210 acre-ft
Normal Storage149 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge45 cfs
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)
NID IDOH00547

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 25, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Stephen R. Lilley

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lilley Lake Dam?

Lilley Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lilley Lake Dam?

Lilley Lake Dam is owned by Stephen R. Lilley (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lilley Lake Dam built?

Lilley Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Lilley Lake Dam?

Lilley Lake 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 Lilley Lake Dam?

Lilley Lake Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Lilley Lake Dam last inspected?

Lilley Lake Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2019. 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.