Timberlake No. 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Timberlake No. 1 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 | 48 ft (taller than 90.2% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 172 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 726 cfs |
| NID ID | OH00743 |
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
Timber Lake Homeowners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Timberlake No. 1 Dam?
Timberlake No. 1 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 Timberlake No. 1 Dam?
Timberlake No. 1 Dam is owned by Timber Lake Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Timberlake No. 1 Dam?
Timberlake No. 1 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 Timberlake No. 1 Dam?
Timberlake No. 1 Dam has a dam height of 48 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 Timberlake No. 1 Dam last inspected?
Timberlake No. 1 Dam was last inspected on November 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.