The Farm Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The Farm Lake Dam, located in Tuscarawas, Ohio, is a private earth dam built in 1951 primarily for recreation purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 35.1 feet and a storage capacity of 56.4 acre-feet, this dam serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding area. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is currently in poor condition, as indicated by a recent assessment in August 2020.
Managed by the Department of Natural Resources, the Farm Lake Dam overlooks a tributary to Stone Creek and has undergone modifications by W.E. Quicksall & Associates. Although the dam has not been federally funded or regulated, it falls under state jurisdiction with permitting, inspection, and enforcement conducted by Ohio officials. The dam's proximity to the city of Blackband makes it a key feature for local climate enthusiasts and water resource advocates, as its maintenance and upkeep are crucial to ensuring the safety and sustainability of the surrounding community.
Year Completed |
1951 |
Dam Length |
210 |
Dam Height |
35.1 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO STONE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
56.4 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
35 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
The Farm Lake Dam