Cedarville Upground Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Cedarville Upground Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 12.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00807 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Village of Cedarville
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cedarville Upground Reservoir?
Cedarville Upground Reservoir is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Cedarville Upground Reservoir?
Cedarville Upground Reservoir is owned by Village of Cedarville (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedarville Upground Reservoir built?
Cedarville Upground Reservoir was completed in 1963, making it 63 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Cedarville Upground Reservoir?
Cedarville Upground Reservoir has a dam height of 15 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 Cedarville Upground Reservoir last inspected?
Cedarville Upground Reservoir was last inspected on March 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.