Mayfield Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO MAHONING RIVER· Mahoning, Ohio· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mayfield Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 0.9% in OH)
Dam Length240 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage124 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge164 cfs
NID IDOH01986

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: No
Last Inspection: June 1, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

C & T Associates Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mayfield Lake Dam?

Mayfield Lake 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 Mayfield Lake Dam?

Mayfield Lake Dam is owned by C & T Associates Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mayfield Lake Dam?

Mayfield 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 Mayfield Lake Dam?

Mayfield Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Mayfield Lake Dam last inspected?

Mayfield Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2016. 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.