Tucaway Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Tucaway Lake Dam, located in Kent, Ohio, stands as a vital structure along the Eckert Ditch, serving as a recreational hub for water resource and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

Constructed in 1973, this earth dam boasts a height of 24.7 feet and a length of 875 feet, offering a serene surface area of 64 acres and a drainage area of 1.96 square miles. With a normal storage capacity of 326 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 9,552 cubic feet per second, Tucaway Lake Dam provides both leisure and protection to the surrounding community.

Owned privately and regulated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Tucaway Lake Dam presents a high hazard potential but maintains a satisfactory condition assessment as of April 2016. Designed by Robert E. Phillips, P.E., of Chardon, Ohio, this dam undergoes state inspection, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Situated within the Buffalo District, Tucaway Lake Dam epitomizes the harmonious blend of recreation and environmental preservation, offering a tranquil oasis for residents and visitors alike to enjoy.

As a significant component of the local water infrastructure, Tucaway Lake Dam plays a crucial role in flood control, water supply management, and recreational activities. With its impressive storage capacity of 1,163 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 1,163 acre-feet, this dam serves as a vital resource for the community. Despite its high hazard potential, Tucaway Lake Dam continues to stand as a testament to effective design and maintenance, ensuring the safety and well-being of all those who benefit from its presence along the picturesque Eckert Ditch in Portage County, Ohio.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

875

Dam Height

24.7

River Or Stream

ECKERT DITCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

64

Drainage Area

1.96

Nid Storage

1163

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

25
       
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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.
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