Tennessee Gas Station 209 Lake Dam

FLAT RUN· Guernsey, Ohio· Built 1951· Earth· 18 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

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 Length580 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage58 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge207 cfs
Year Completed1951 (75 years old)
NID IDOH00046

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: Yes
Last Inspection: November 15, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Tennessee Gas Pipeline

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.