Traska Fwi Dam

Noble, Ohio· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Traska Fwi Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 51.3% in OH)
Dam Length1,650 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage62 acre-ft
Normal Storage45 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDOH03209

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: October 18, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Antero Resources

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Traska Fwi Dam?

Traska Fwi 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 Traska Fwi Dam?

Traska Fwi Dam is owned by Antero Resources (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Traska Fwi Dam?

Traska Fwi Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Traska Fwi Dam?

Traska Fwi Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Traska Fwi Dam last inspected?

Traska Fwi Dam was last inspected on October 18, 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.