Salem Regional Campus Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Salem Regional Campus Lake Dam, located in Franklin Square, Ohio, is a state-regulated earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Built in 1977 by HANAHAN-STROLLO & ASSOCIATES, the dam stands at 26 feet high and spans a length of 600 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 49.7 acre-feet. The dam is situated on a tributary to Mill Run and is inspected regularly by the Department of Natural Resources to ensure its structural integrity.

With a hazard potential classified as 'Significant' and a condition assessment of 'Fair', Salem Regional Campus Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in Columbiana County. The dam's normal storage capacity of 22.5 acre-feet provides recreational opportunities for visitors while also serving as a vital component in flood control and water supply management. Recent inspections in April 2019 revealed that the dam is in fair condition, ensuring the safety of surrounding communities in the event of a significant discharge.

Managed by the state of Ohio, Salem Regional Campus Lake Dam is an essential infrastructure that not only supports recreational activities but also contributes to the overall water resource management in the region. With regular inspections and a focus on safety and efficiency, the dam continues to play a significant role in protecting the environment and ensuring the well-being of the local community in Franklin Square and beyond.

Year Completed

1977

Dam Length

600

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

TRIBUTARY TO MILL RUN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Drainage Area

0.1

Nid Storage

49.7

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

26
       
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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.