Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam dam
Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam
Located in Montgomery County, Ohio, the Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam is a vital structure managed by the local government for recreational purposes. Built in 1979, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans 200 feet in length, creating a lake with a storage capacity of 156 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Department of Natural Resources, ensuring compliance with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols.
With a hazard potential assessed as low and a satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in 2016, the Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam provides a safe and enjoyable environment for visitors to engage in recreational activities. The dam overlooks a tributary to Opossum Creek, offering a serene setting for fishing, boating, and other outdoor pursuits. Its location in West Carrollton, just 2.7 miles from the city center, makes it easily accessible for locals and tourists alike who seek to appreciate the beauty of nature.
Managed by Woolpert Consultants based in Dayton, Ohio, the design and construction of the Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam reflect a commitment to safety and sustainability. The dam's ability to hold water, manage discharge, and maintain its structural integrity underscores its importance in preserving the surrounding ecosystem and providing a valuable resource for the community. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a focal point for understanding the intersection of human development and environmental stewardship in Ohio's landscape.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Great Miami River At Miamisburg Oh | 12,700 cfs | → |
| Wolf Creek At Dayton Oh | 1,310 cfs | → |
| Holes Creek Near Kettering Oh | 427 cfs | → |
| Great Miami River At Dayton Oh | 9,790 cfs | → |
| Great Miami River Below Miamisburg Oh | 5,170 cfs | → |
| Twin Creek Near Germantown Oh | 3,400 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Caesars Creek Furnas Shores Boat Ramp
- Caesars Creek Haines Boat Ramp
- Caesars Creek North Pool Boat Ramp
- Caesar Creek Wellman Meadows Boat Ramp
- Caesar Creek State Park - Campground Ramp
- Rush Run Wildlife Area
Campgrounds
- Camp Stonybrook
- Camp Lebanon Retreat Center
- Woodland Trails Scout Reservation
- Windy Heights
- Berry Patch
- Beeches
Fishing spots
Track Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam
Where does the data for Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam.