Springwood Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Kayla Dam Bolivar Dam
Last Updated: December 26, 2025
Springwood Lake Dam in Stark, Ohio, is a privately-owned earth dam completed in 1989 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 23.8 feet, with a normal storage capacity of 56 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 150 acre-feet. Located in Bolivar and tributary to the Tuscarawas River, the dam has a low hazard potential and is classified as being in fair condition as of its last inspection in July 2020.
Managed by the Department of Natural Resources, the dam has state jurisdiction, regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Its associated reservoir covers a surface area of 10 acres and drains an area of 1.48 square miles. With a maximum discharge capacity of 2940 cubic feet per second, the dam serves both recreational and water resource management purposes in the region. The site is a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to explore the intersection of infrastructure, nature, and recreation in Ohio's landscape.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
1075 |
Dam Height |
23.8 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO TUSCARAWAS RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
1.48 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
Springwood Lake Dam