Winton Woods Golf Course Lake "E" Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY TO WINTON LAKE· Hamilton, Ohio· Built 1994· Earth· 50 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Winton Woods Golf Course Lake "E" Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 50 ft (taller than 91.5% in OH)
Dam Length270 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage93 acre-ft
Normal Storage64 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge465 cfs
Year Completed1994 (32 years old)
NID IDOH02949

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 20, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Great Parks of Hamilton County

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Winton Woods Golf Course Lake "E" Dam?

Winton Woods Golf Course Lake "E" 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 Winton Woods Golf Course Lake "E" Dam?

Winton Woods Golf Course Lake "E" Dam is owned by Great Parks of Hamilton County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Winton Woods Golf Course Lake "E" Dam built?

Winton Woods Golf Course Lake "E" Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Winton Woods Golf Course Lake "E" Dam?

Winton Woods Golf Course Lake "E" 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 Winton Woods Golf Course Lake "E" Dam?

Winton Woods Golf Course Lake "E" Dam has a dam height of 50 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 Winton Woods Golf Course Lake "E" Dam last inspected?

Winton Woods Golf Course Lake "E" Dam was last inspected on May 20, 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.