Camp Jungen Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO EAST BRANCH· Tuscarawas, Ohio· Built 1974· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Camp Jungen Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 51.3% in OH)
Dam Length325 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage25 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge129 cfs
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDOH00925

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 13, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

John A. & Mary Ann Mast

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Camp Jungen Lake Dam?

Camp Jungen Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Camp Jungen Lake Dam?

Camp Jungen Lake Dam is owned by John A. & Mary Ann Mast (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Camp Jungen Lake Dam built?

Camp Jungen Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Camp Jungen Lake Dam?

Camp Jungen Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Camp Jungen Lake Dam?

Camp Jungen Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Camp Jungen Lake Dam last inspected?

Camp Jungen Lake Dam was last inspected on August 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.