Lake Waynoka Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Waynoka Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 53 ft (taller than 93.2% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 269 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 26,005 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00162 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Waynoka Property Owners Assn., Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Waynoka Dam?
Lake Waynoka Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Waynoka Dam?
Lake Waynoka Dam is owned by Waynoka Property Owners Assn., Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Waynoka Dam built?
Lake Waynoka Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Waynoka Dam?
Lake Waynoka Dam 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 Waynoka Dam?
Lake Waynoka Dam has a dam height of 53 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 Waynoka Dam last inspected?
Lake Waynoka Dam was last inspected on May 8, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.