Silver Creek Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Silver Creek Lake Dam in Doylestown, Ohio, is a local government-owned structure built in 1990 by GIFFELS, BERGSTROM & FRICKER, INC.


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Summary

The dam serves a primary purpose of recreation, with a height of 25 feet and a length of 1900 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 853.5 acre-feet. Situated on Silver Creek, the dam has a drainage area of 2.46 square miles and a surface area of 47 acres, providing both water storage and recreational opportunities for the community.

Managed by the Department of Natural Resources, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state of Ohio. The last inspection in July 2020 deemed the dam's condition as satisfactory, despite being classified as having a high hazard potential. With a maximum discharge capacity of 4262 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a critical role in flood control and water resource management in the region, ensuring the safety and well-being of nearby residents and ecosystems.

While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it is subject to regular inspections every five years to assess its structural integrity and safety measures. With a comprehensive Emergency Action Plan in place, including updated contact information and guidelines, Silver Creek Lake Dam remains a vital infrastructure for both water supply and recreational activities, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience in the local community.

Year Completed

1990

Dam Length

1900

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

SILVER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

47

Drainage Area

2.46

Nid Storage

853.5

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

25
       
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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.