Clapper Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Clapper Lake Dam, located in Stark County, Ohio, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 16.8 feet, the dam provides a maximum storage capacity of 73.8 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 8.8 acres. The dam is situated on a tributary to Little Sandy Creek and has been regulated and inspected by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

Despite its significant hazard potential, Clapper Lake Dam currently holds a poor condition assessment as of its last inspection in December 2020. With a drainage area of 0.97 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 328 cubic feet per second, the dam poses a risk that requires attention. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding and monitoring the state of Clapper Lake Dam is crucial for ensuring its safety and effectiveness in managing water resources in the region.

Going forward, it will be essential for stakeholders to address the dam's poor condition and implement risk management measures to mitigate potential hazards. With its close proximity to the community of Goodland Acres, ensuring the safety and stability of Clapper Lake Dam is not only important for recreation but also for safeguarding the surrounding environment and water resources. By staying informed and involved in the maintenance and regulation of the dam, water resource and climate enthusiasts can help protect this vital infrastructure for future generations.

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

16.8

River Or Stream

TRIBUTARY TO LITTLE SANDY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8.8

Drainage Area

0.97

Nid Storage

73.8

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

17
       
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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.