Devils Den Park Lake No. 2 Dam dam
Devils Den Park Lake No. 2 Dam
Devils Den Park Lake No. 2 Dam, located in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, is a privately owned earth dam that serves primarily for recreational purposes. With a height of 28.7 feet and a storage capacity of 45.5 acre-feet, this dam creates a 4.6-acre lake that offers a picturesque setting for outdoor activities. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment was rated as poor during its last inspection in July 2020.
Managed by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Devils Den Park Lake No. 2 Dam is subject to state regulations, permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and public safety. The dam's location near the Phillips Fork tributary provides a vital source of water for the surrounding area, highlighting its importance in maintaining the local ecosystem and supporting wildlife habitats. However, the dam's poor condition raises concerns about its long-term sustainability and the need for potential rehabilitation or maintenance efforts in the future.
As a key feature of Devils Den Park, this dam plays a crucial role in enhancing the recreational experience for visitors while also contributing to the overall water resource management in the region. With its scenic surroundings and tranquil waters, Devils Den Park Lake No. 2 Dam stands as a symbol of the intersection between human activity and environmental conservation, underscoring the importance of sustainable practices in preserving our natural landscapes for future generations of water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Devils Den Park Lake No. 2 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Stillwater Creek At Tippecanoe Oh | 116 cfs | → |
| Brushy Fork Near Tippecanoe Oh | 22 cfs | → |
| Stillwater Creek At Piedmont Oh | 67 cfs | → |
| Boggs Fork At Piedmont Oh | 17 cfs | → |
| Tuscarawas River At Newcomerstown Oh | 2,130 cfs | → |
| Tuscarawas River At New Philadelphia Oh | 1,460 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Devils Den Park Lake No. 2 Dam.
Boat launches
- County Rd 6 Ramp
- Salt Fork State Park - Rocky Fork Access
- Tappan Park Launch Ramp
- Salt Fork State Park - North Salem Ramp
- Salt Fork State Park - Cabin Area
- Morning Glory Ramp
Campgrounds
- Atwood Lake Campground (Main Gate)
- Forest Hills Lake Camp
- Petersburg Boat Landing
- Colonial Campground
- Abc Country Camping And Cabins
- Harrison Hills Campground
Track Devils Den Park Lake No. 2 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Devils Den Park Lake No. 2 Dam
Where does the data for Devils Den Park Lake No. 2 Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Devils Den Park Lake No. 2 Dam.