Campden Lakes South Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Campden Lakes South Dam, located in Dublin, Ohio, was completed in 1998 by designer EMH&T INC.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 11 feet and spans 560 feet, serving primarily for flood risk reduction along an unnamed tributary to the Scioto River. The dam has a storage capacity of 87.32 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 64.1 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.13 square miles.

The dam is under the regulatory oversight of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. It is classified as having a significant hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition as of the most recent assessment in December 2020. Campden Lakes South Dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area, providing protection to the surrounding community and enhancing water resource management efforts in Franklin County, Ohio.

With its strategic location and purposeful design, Campden Lakes South Dam stands as a vital structure in the region's water resource infrastructure. Its efficient operation and maintenance contribute to the overall resilience and safety of the local environment, showcasing the importance of proactive measures in climate adaptation and water management. As a private dam regulated by the state, Campden Lakes South Dam exemplifies the collaboration between public and private entities in safeguarding communities against flood hazards and ensuring sustainable water resource utilization in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1998

Dam Length

560

Dam Height

11

River Or Stream

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY TO THE SCIOTO RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7

Drainage Area

0.13

Nid Storage

87.32

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

11
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.