Salem Reservoir (South Embankment)

Columbiana County, Ohio (near WEST POINT)

River/Stream: TRIBUTARY TO MIDDLE FORK LITTLE BEAVER CREEK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
48 ft
Dam Length
2,825 ft
Reservoir Storage
2,182 acre-ft
Year Completed
1952
Primary Purpose
Water Supply
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge

Condition Assessment

PoorLast inspected: 2024-06-18

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Poor — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.