Bunker Hill Haven Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO INDIAN CREEK· Butler, Ohio· Built 1947· Earth· 34 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Bunker Hill Haven Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 71.7% in OH)
Dam Length322 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage32 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge97 cfs
Year Completed1947 (79 years old)
NID IDOH01009

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 22, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Bunker Hill Haven Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bunker Hill Haven Lake Dam?

Bunker Hill Haven Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Bunker Hill Haven Lake Dam?

Bunker Hill Haven Lake Dam is owned by Bunker Hill Haven Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bunker Hill Haven Lake Dam built?

Bunker Hill Haven Lake Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Bunker Hill Haven Lake Dam?

Bunker Hill Haven Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bunker Hill Haven Lake Dam?

Bunker Hill Haven Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Bunker Hill Haven Lake Dam last inspected?

Bunker Hill Haven Lake Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.