Sally Buffalo Park Lake No. 4 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
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Summary
4 Dam, also known as Stump Lake, is a key water resource in Harrison County, Ohio, serving primarily for recreational purposes. Completed in 1953, this earth dam stands at 18.1 feet tall and stretches 270 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 32.5 acre-feet. Situated along a tributary to Sally Buffalo Creek, the dam poses a high hazard potential due to its poor condition assessment, making regular inspections and maintenance crucial for public safety.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Sally Buffalo Park Lake No. 4 Dam has a normal storage capacity of 9.1 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 2.5 acres. Despite its recreational significance, the dam's deteriorating condition raises concerns about potential risks in case of emergencies. With a designated inspection frequency of 5 years, efforts are being made to ensure that the dam meets safety guidelines and mitigation measures are in place to address any potential hazards that may arise.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Sally Buffalo Park Lake No. 4 Dam offers a unique insight into the intersection of water management, infrastructure development, and environmental stewardship. As a vital component of the local landscape, the dam serves as both a recreational hotspot and a potential risk factor, highlighting the importance of sustainable practices and proactive risk management in safeguarding our water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
270 |
Dam Height |
18.1 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO SALLY BUFFALO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.19 |
Nid Storage |
32.5 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Sally Buffalo Park Lake No. 4 Dam