Chateau Lakes No. 1 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Chateau Lakes No.


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Summary

1 Dam, located in Hamilton, Ohio, is a private dam designed by Edward J. Niemeier and completed in 1975. With a height of 67.6 feet and a storage capacity of 47.9 acre-feet, this earth dam serves primarily for recreation purposes. Situated on a tributary to Taylor Creek, this dam is regulated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.

Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, Chateau Lakes No. 1 Dam continues to provide recreational opportunities for the local community. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 25.9 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 1.9 acres. With a maximum discharge capacity of 235 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area while also serving as a picturesque location for outdoor activities.

As an integral part of the local landscape, Chateau Lakes No. 1 Dam stands as a testament to the importance of maintaining and managing water resources effectively. With its significant storage capacity and high hazard potential, this dam underscores the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of both the structure and the surrounding environment. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Chateau Lakes No. 1 Dam serves as a fascinating example of the intersection between human infrastructure and natural ecosystems in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1975

Dam Length

255

Dam Height

67.6

River Or Stream

TRIBUTARY TO TAYLOR CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1.9

Drainage Area

0.09

Nid Storage

47.9

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

68
       
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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.