Sycamore Creek Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO CLEAR CREEK· Warren, Ohio· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Sycamore Creek Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 70% in OH)
Dam Length280 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage47 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge330 cfs
NID IDOH02607

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: May 6, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Sycamore Creek Country Club

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sycamore Creek Lake Dam?

Sycamore Creek 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 Sycamore Creek Lake Dam?

Sycamore Creek Lake Dam is owned by Sycamore Creek Country Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sycamore Creek Lake Dam?

Sycamore Creek Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sycamore Creek Lake Dam?

Sycamore Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Sycamore Creek Lake Dam last inspected?

Sycamore Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on May 6, 2021. 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.