Tennessee Gas Station 209 Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tennessee Gas Station 209 Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 21.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 207 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00046 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Tennessee Gas Pipeline
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tennessee Gas Station 209 Lake Dam?
Tennessee Gas Station 209 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 Tennessee Gas Station 209 Lake Dam?
Tennessee Gas Station 209 Lake Dam is owned by Tennessee Gas Pipeline (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tennessee Gas Station 209 Lake Dam built?
Tennessee Gas Station 209 Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Tennessee Gas Station 209 Lake Dam?
Tennessee Gas Station 209 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 Tennessee Gas Station 209 Lake Dam?
Tennessee Gas Station 209 Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Tennessee Gas Station 209 Lake Dam last inspected?
Tennessee Gas Station 209 Lake Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.