Silver Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Silver Creek Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 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 | 25 ft (taller than 42.1% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 871 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,963 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02471 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Summit Metro Parks
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Lake Dorothy Dam
Summit, OH
High Hazard 36 ftWadsworth Sludge Lagoon
Medina, OH
Significant Hazard 25 ftBilinovich Recreation Area Lake Dam
Summit, OH
Low Hazard 28 ftColumbia Lake Dam
Summit, OH
Significant Hazard 17 ftLoyal Oak Lake Dam
Summit, OH
High Hazard 31 ftPancake Lake Dam
Summit, OH
Low Hazard 20 ftChippewa Creek Structure Viii-D
Medina, OH
Significant Hazard 51 ftSlifko Pond Dam
Wayne, OH
Low Hazard 17 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Silver Creek Lake Dam?
Silver Creek 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 Silver Creek Lake Dam?
Silver Creek Lake Dam is owned by Summit Metro Parks (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Silver Creek Lake Dam built?
Silver Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Silver Creek Lake Dam?
Silver Creek 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 Silver Creek Lake Dam?
Silver Creek Lake 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 Silver Creek Lake Dam last inspected?
Silver Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on July 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.