Clarence J. Brown Dam and Reservoir

Us Army Corps of Engineers, Ohio.

C.J. Brown Dam & Reservoir, OH is located on the northeast corner of Springfield on the Buck Creek, 7 miles above its confluence with Mad River. The project is home to two rare fen communities. Prairie Road Fen is the largest and finest prairie fen in Ohio. These rare alkaline wetlands are home to specialized plants & animals that thrive in harsh conditions including the insectivorous sundew, rare spotted turtle, and massasauga rattlesnake. The Clark County Historical Society operates the historic Crabill Homestead, bringing pioneer days back to life.

Camping and Day Use

Cj Brown Dam And Reservoir - Dam Site (OH)

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Boating
Camping
Environmental Education
Fishing
Hiking
Historic & Cultural Site
Hotel/Lodge/Resort Privately Owned
Other Recreation Concession Site
Picnicking
Playground Park Specialized Sport Site
Visitor Center
Water Sports
Wildlife Viewing

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Located outside Springfield city limits, just off OH 4.

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