Halls Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 27, 2025
The Halls Lake Dam in Preble, Ohio, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1935, this earth dam stands at a height of 11.3 feet and has a storage capacity of 133.6 acre-feet. Situated on Jocqueway Creek, the dam covers a surface area of 10.6 acres and has a drainage area of 1.67 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is rated as poor, with the last inspection conducted in March 2016. The dam is regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, ensuring that it meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. Its location in a picturesque setting in New Paris makes it a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts visit the Halls Lake Dam, they can appreciate its historical significance and recreational value. With a focus on safety and regulatory compliance, the dam continues to play a vital role in providing leisure activities while also serving as a reminder of the importance of maintaining infrastructure for sustainable water management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
325 |
Dam Height |
11.3 |
River Or Stream |
JOCQUEWAY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.6 |
Drainage Area |
1.67 |
Nid Storage |
133.6 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
11 |
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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.
Halls Lake Dam