Lake Timberlin
Key Takeaway
Lake Timberlin is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 64.6% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 464 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00451 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lonnie E. & Holly L. McGhee, Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Timberlin?
Lake Timberlin is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Timberlin?
Lake Timberlin is owned by Lonnie E. & Holly L. McGhee, Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Timberlin built?
Lake Timberlin was completed in 1969, making it 57 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Timberlin?
Lake Timberlin serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Timberlin?
Lake Timberlin has a dam height of 31 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Lake Timberlin last inspected?
Lake Timberlin was last inspected on November 21, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.