Cedarville University Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Cedarville University Lake Dam, located in Greene, Ohio, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA's Soil Conservation Service.
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Summary
Completed in 1964, this earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and spans 520 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, offering a surface area of 6 acres for activities such as boating and fishing.
Although primarily used for recreation, Cedarville University Lake Dam is also regulated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The dam has been assessed as having a fair condition, with a significant hazard potential, indicating the importance of regular monitoring and maintenance. The last inspection in March 2019 revealed that the dam meets guidelines for emergency action plans, but further risk assessment and management measures may be needed to safeguard against potential hazards.
Overall, Cedarville University Lake Dam serves as a vital resource for the local community, providing both recreational opportunities and water storage capacity. With its historical significance dating back to the 1960s, this dam continues to be a key feature in the landscape, requiring ongoing attention and oversight to ensure its safety and functionality for future generations of water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
520 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO MASSIES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
0.19 |
Nid Storage |
52 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Cedarville University Lake Dam