Timberlake No. 1 Dam dam
Timberlake No. 1 Dam
Timberlake No. 1 Dam, located in Franklin, Ohio, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Natural Resources. This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 47.7 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a storage capacity of 172 acre-feet. Situated along a tributary to Hellbranch Run, the dam boasts a surface area of 7.8 acres and a drainage area of 0.35 square miles, making it a vital water resource in the region.
Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment remains satisfactory, as of the last inspection in November 2020. With a well-maintained structure and a history of regulatory compliance, Timberlake No. 1 Dam continues to provide valuable water storage and recreational opportunities for the surrounding community. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the dam's crucial role in managing water flow and enhancing the local environment.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, the Timberlake No. 1 Dam stands as a vital infrastructure for water management in Franklin, Ohio. Its regulated status and satisfactory condition highlight its importance in ensuring water security and recreational enjoyment for residents. With ongoing inspections and adherence to state regulations, this dam serves as a resilient asset in the face of evolving climate patterns, making it a key site for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and appreciate.
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 Timberlake No. 1 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Hellbranch Run Near Harrisburg Oh | 8 cfs | → |
| Scioto River Near Commercial Point Oh | 1,100 cfs | → |
| Big Darby Creek At Darbyville Oh | 353 cfs | → |
| Deer Creek At Mount Sterling Oh | 71 cfs | → |
| Scioto River At Columbus Oh | 598 cfs | → |
| Little Darby Creek At West Jefferson Oh | 74 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Timberlake No. 1 Dam.
Track Timberlake No. 1 Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Timberlake No. 1 Dam
Where does the data for Timberlake No. 1 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 Significant 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 Timberlake No. 1 Dam.