Meadow Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO EAST BRANCH NIMISHILLEN CREEK· Stark, Ohio· Earth· 19 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Meadow Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in OH)
Dam Length425 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage29 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,544 cfs
NID IDOH02421

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 10, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Michael and Lyn Schory

Private

Nearby Dams

Beck Pond Dam

Stark, OH

Significant Hazard 25 ft

Fieldstone Lake Dam

Stark, OH

Significant Hazard 35 ft

Syler Lake Dam

Stark, OH

Low Hazard 16 ft

Crystal Lake Dam

Stark, OH

Significant Hazard 10 ft

Peterson Lake Dam

Stark, OH

Low Hazard 17 ft

Gonzalez Lake Dam

Stark, OH

Low Hazard 13 ft

Dale Walborn Reservoir Dam

Stark, OH

High Hazard 37 ft

Varian Lake Dam

Stark, OH

Significant Hazard 32 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Meadow Lake Dam?

Meadow Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Meadow Lake Dam?

Meadow Lake Dam is owned by Michael and Lyn Schory (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Meadow Lake Dam?

Meadow 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 Meadow Lake Dam?

Meadow Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Meadow Lake Dam last inspected?

Meadow Lake 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.