Lake Park Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lake Park Dam, located in Sebring, Ohio, is a significant earth dam completed in 1900 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 12 feet and a length of 170 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet and serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities in Mahoning County. The dam, regulated by the Department of Natural Resources, overlooks a tributary to the Mahoning River and plays a vital role in water resource management in the region.
Despite its historical significance and recreational value, Lake Park Dam has been assessed as being in poor condition as of the last inspection in June 2016. With a low hazard potential, the dam poses a potential risk to surrounding areas given its condition. As efforts continue to address the dam's structural integrity, enthusiasts of water resources and climate resilience are closely monitoring its maintenance and any potential risk management measures to ensure the safety of the community and the sustainability of the dam for future generations.
As climate change impacts water resources and infrastructure resilience, Lake Park Dam serves as a focal point for understanding the importance of maintaining and updating aging dams for both recreational and water management purposes. With ongoing inspections and assessments, stakeholders are working towards implementing necessary repairs and risk management measures to safeguard the dam and the surrounding environment. For enthusiasts passionate about water resource management and climate resilience, Lake Park Dam presents a compelling case study on the intersection of historic infrastructure, recreational value, and the evolving challenges of climate change adaptation.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
170 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO MAHONING RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Drainage Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
300 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Lake Park Dam