White Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO TENMILE CREEK· Clermont, Ohio· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

White Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 46.4% in OH)
Dam Length160 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage27 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge215 cfs
NID IDOH01389

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: No
Last Inspection: April 3, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Gregory C. Frese, III, D.D.S.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of White Lake Dam?

White 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 White Lake Dam?

White Lake Dam is owned by Gregory C. Frese, III, D.D.S. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of White Lake Dam?

White 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 White Lake Dam?

White Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 White Lake Dam last inspected?

White Lake Dam was last inspected on April 3, 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.