Clark Lake No. 2 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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Summary

2 Dam, located in Darbyville, Ohio, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Natural Resources. This earth dam stands at a height of 39.9 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a storage capacity of 210 acre-feet and a surface area of 13 acres. The dam is situated on a tributary to Big Darby Creek, within a drainage area of 0.48 square miles.

Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is rated as poor, indicating a need for maintenance and potential safety concerns. The last inspection in November 2020 revealed this assessment, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. While the dam has not undergone major modifications since its completion, its current state raises questions about its long-term viability and the need for proactive risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and water resources.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor and address the condition of dams like Clark Lake No. 2 to prevent potential hazards and ensure their continued functionality. With its location in a recreational area and importance for water storage, efforts to improve the dam's condition and implement risk management strategies are essential to safeguarding both the environment and public safety in the region.

Dam Length

350

Dam Height

39.9

River Or Stream

TRIBUTARY TO BIG DARBY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13

Drainage Area

0.48

Nid Storage

210

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

40
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.