Lake Hill Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 26, 2025
Lake Hill Dam, located in North Fork Village, Ohio, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Completed in 1954, the dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a length of 235 feet, providing a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet and a surface area of 3.4 acres. It is regulated by the Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections, with a hazard potential rated as high and a fair condition assessment as of April 2018.
The dam, situated on a tributary to Paint Creek, serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area, with a drainage area of 0.58 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 3072 cubic feet per second. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, indicating a level 3 risk. With uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the dam poses potential risks that are managed through regular inspections and maintenance protocols.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Lake Hill Dam to be a fascinating structure that not only provides recreational opportunities but also plays a vital role in water storage and management in Ross County, Ohio. As a privately owned and state-regulated dam, it showcases the collaboration between different agencies to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam while also highlighting the importance of maintaining infrastructure to mitigate risks and protect the surrounding communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
235 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO PAINT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.58 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Paint Creek Near Bourneville Oh
|
332cfs |
Scioto River At Chillicothe Oh
|
1700cfs |
Paint Creek At Chillicothe Oh
|
794cfs |
Paint Creek Near Greenfield Oh
|
181cfs |
Rocky Fork Near Barretts Mills Oh
|
16cfs |
Scioto River At Circleville Oh
|
1210cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Lake Hill Dam