Tanager Woods Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO POLK RUN· Hamilton, Ohio· Earth· 19 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Tanager Woods Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in OH)
Dam Length260 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage22 acre-ft
Normal Storage14 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge120 cfs
NID IDOH01711

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 21, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Tanager Woods Lake Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tanager Woods Lake Dam?

Tanager Woods Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Tanager Woods Lake Dam?

Tanager Woods Lake Dam is owned by Tanager Woods Lake Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Tanager Woods Lake Dam?

Tanager Woods Lake 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 Tanager Woods Lake Dam?

Tanager Woods Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Tanager Woods Lake Dam last inspected?

Tanager Woods Lake Dam was last inspected on March 21, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.