Cedar Hill Campground Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Cedar Hill Campground Lake Dam, also known as Armco Pond, is a privately owned structure located in Centerfield, Ohio.
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Summary
Constructed in 1970 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 29.6 feet and spans a length of 310 feet, with a storage capacity of 124.1 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the surrounding 6.5-acre lake.
Managed by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, Cedar Hill Campground Lake Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced for safety and compliance. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and its hazard potential is considered significant, with a fair condition assessment as of the last inspection in April 2018. Despite moderate risk assessment, the dam continues to provide a recreational haven for visitors while being actively monitored for safety and maintenance.
Situated near Lees Creek, this dam contributes to the local watershed with a drainage area of 0.52 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 44.2 acre-feet. With its stone core and soil foundation, Cedar Hill Campground Lake Dam stands as a testament to responsible water resource management and serves as a vital component of the region's recreational and environmental landscape.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
310 |
Dam Height |
29.6 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO LEES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.52 |
Nid Storage |
124.1 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Paint Creek Near Greenfield Oh
|
56cfs |
Rocky Fork Near Barretts Mills Oh
|
305cfs |
Paint Creek Near Bourneville Oh
|
397cfs |
Deer Creek At Mount Sterling Oh
|
71cfs |
Paint Creek At Chillicothe Oh
|
496cfs |
Scioto River At Chillicothe Oh
|
1110cfs |
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.
Cedar Hill Campground Lake Dam