Cedar Hill Campground Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO LEES CREEK· Highland, Ohio· Built 1970· Earth· 30 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Cedar Hill Campground Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 61.5% in OH)
Dam Length310 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage124 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge2,400 cfs
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDOH00305

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 24, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Binder Enterprises Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cedar Hill Campground Lake Dam?

Cedar Hill Campground Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Cedar Hill Campground Lake Dam?

Cedar Hill Campground Lake Dam is owned by Binder Enterprises Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cedar Hill Campground Lake Dam built?

Cedar Hill Campground Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Cedar Hill Campground Lake Dam?

Cedar Hill Campground 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 Cedar Hill Campground Lake Dam?

Cedar Hill Campground Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Cedar Hill Campground Lake Dam last inspected?

Cedar Hill Campground Lake Dam was last inspected on April 24, 2018. 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.