Trail Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO TINKERS CREEK· Portage, Ohio· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Trail Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 4.8% in OH)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage183 acre-ft
Normal Storage95 acre-ft
Surface Area31 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge960 cfs
NID IDOH00671

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: September 13, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Portage Park District

Private

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City of Hudson Upper Lake Dam

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Colebrook Lake No. 1 Dam

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Meadowbrook Lake Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Trail Lake Dam?

Trail Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Trail Lake Dam?

Trail Lake Dam is owned by Portage Park District (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Trail Lake Dam?

Trail Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Trail Lake Dam?

Trail Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Trail Lake Dam last inspected?

Trail Lake Dam was last inspected on September 13, 2021. 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.