Syler Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO DEER CREEK· Stark, Ohio· Built 1961· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Syler Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 15.8% in OH)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage112 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge128 cfs
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)
NID IDOH00242

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 4, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Mary A. Syler and Sean Kelleher

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Syler Lake Dam?

Syler 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 Syler Lake Dam?

Syler Lake Dam is owned by Mary A. Syler and Sean Kelleher (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Syler Lake Dam built?

Syler Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Syler Lake Dam?

Syler 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 Syler Lake Dam?

Syler Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Syler Lake Dam last inspected?

Syler Lake Dam was last inspected on May 4, 2016. 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.