Parker Lakes Upper Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Parker Lakes Upper Dam in Clark County, Ohio, stands as a private recreational structure designed by the owner with a primary purpose of providing leisure opportunities.


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Summary

Built in 1994, this earth dam is 15 feet high, stretches 360 feet in length, and has a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet. Situated on the tributary of Beaver Creek, this dam offers a surface area of 9.4 acres and serves a drainage area of 1.44 square miles.

Despite its recreational significance, Parker Lakes Upper Dam poses a significant hazard potential due to its poor condition, as assessed in November 2019. The dam's emergency action plan was last reviewed in January 2021, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure public safety. With a maximum discharge capacity of 267 cubic feet per second, this dam requires regular inspections to mitigate risks associated with its structural integrity.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the complexities of Parker Lakes Upper Dam's design, purpose, and current condition can deepen our appreciation for the critical role dams play in providing recreational opportunities while also highlighting the importance of proactive risk management and maintenance strategies in safeguarding both human lives and the environment.

Year Completed

1994

Dam Length

360

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

TRIB BEAVER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9.4

Drainage Area

1.44

Nid Storage

120

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

15
       
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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.