Stoll Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO ORRVILLE DITCH· Wayne, Ohio· Built 1956· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Stoll Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 46.4% in OH)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage59 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge378 cfs
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
NID IDOH02639

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: July 23, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Willard M. Stoll

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stoll Lake Dam?

Stoll 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 Stoll Lake Dam?

Stoll Lake Dam is owned by Willard M. Stoll (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stoll Lake Dam built?

Stoll Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Stoll Lake Dam?

Stoll 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 Stoll Lake Dam?

Stoll Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Stoll Lake Dam last inspected?

Stoll Lake Dam was last inspected on July 23, 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.