Paul'S Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO STILLWATER RIVER· Darke, Ohio· Earth· 17 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Paul'S 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 17 ft (taller than 18.2% in OH)
Dam Length310 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage39 acre-ft
Normal Storage16 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge387 cfs
NID IDOH01498

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: October 10, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Mr. Tom Reeser

Private

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Swift Run Lake Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Paul'S Lake Dam?

Paul'S 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 Paul'S Lake Dam?

Paul'S Lake Dam is owned by Mr. Tom Reeser (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Paul'S Lake Dam?

Paul'S 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 Paul'S Lake Dam?

Paul'S Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Paul'S Lake Dam last inspected?

Paul'S Lake Dam was last inspected on October 10, 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.