Wasmer Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO BANKLICK CREEK· Hamilton, Ohio· Built 1960· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Wasmer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 51.3% in OH)
Dam Length311 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge797 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDOH01717

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: May 27, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Patricia Wasmer

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wasmer Lake Dam?

Wasmer 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 Wasmer Lake Dam?

Wasmer Lake Dam is owned by Patricia Wasmer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wasmer Lake Dam built?

Wasmer Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Wasmer Lake Dam?

Wasmer 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 Wasmer Lake Dam?

Wasmer Lake 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 Wasmer Lake Dam last inspected?

Wasmer Lake Dam was last inspected on May 27, 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.