Lake Tomahawk Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Tomahawk Dam in Columbiana, Ohio, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Built in 1966, this earth dam stands at a height of 61.9 feet and has a length of 1320 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 2589 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Rough Run, offering a surface area of 100 acres for outdoor activities.

Despite its recreational benefits, Lake Tomahawk Dam poses a high hazard potential due to its poor condition assessment as of June 2019. The structure is subject to state regulation and inspection by the Department of Natural Resources, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations. However, with its last inspection in 2019, the dam may require maintenance and rehabilitation to address its poor condition and mitigate any potential risks.

Located in Fredricktown, Lake Tomahawk Dam is a significant feature in the area, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts. With its historical significance and the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of managing and safeguarding our water resources for future generations to enjoy.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

1320

Dam Height

61.9

River Or Stream

ROUGH RUN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

100

Drainage Area

1.95

Nid Storage

2589

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

62
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.