Terraco Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO GRANGER DITCH· Medina, Ohio· Earth· 20 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Terraco 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 20 ft (taller than 27.7% in OH)
Dam Length210 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage20 acre-ft
Normal Storage14 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge535 cfs
NID IDOH02068

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: October 11, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Coventry Lakes Homeowners Assoc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Terraco Lake Dam?

Terraco 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 Terraco Lake Dam?

Terraco Lake Dam is owned by Coventry Lakes Homeowners Assoc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Terraco Lake Dam?

Terraco 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 Terraco Lake Dam?

Terraco Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Terraco Lake Dam last inspected?

Terraco Lake Dam was last inspected on October 11, 2018. 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.