City of Cambridge Park Dam

TRIBUTARY TO LEATHERWOOD CREEK· Guernsey, Ohio· Earth· 16 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

City of Cambridge Park Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 15.8% in OH)
Dam Length170 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage26 acre-ft
Normal Storage9 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge536 cfs
NID IDOH01668

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: October 21, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

City of Cambridge

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of City of Cambridge Park Dam?

City of Cambridge Park 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 City of Cambridge Park Dam?

City of Cambridge Park Dam is owned by City of Cambridge (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of City of Cambridge Park Dam?

City of Cambridge Park 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 City of Cambridge Park Dam?

City of Cambridge Park Dam has a dam height of 16 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 City of Cambridge Park Dam last inspected?

City of Cambridge Park Dam was last inspected on October 21, 2022. 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.