International Animal Preserve Dam No. 63

MAYS FORK· Muskingum, Ohio· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

International Animal Preserve Dam No. 63 is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 27.7% in OH)
Dam Length237 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage118 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDOH02198

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: No
Last Inspection: October 26, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

International Center for the

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of International Animal Preserve Dam No. 63?

International Animal Preserve Dam No. 63 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 International Animal Preserve Dam No. 63?

International Animal Preserve Dam No. 63 is owned by International Center for the (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of International Animal Preserve Dam No. 63?

International Animal Preserve Dam No. 63 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is International Animal Preserve Dam No. 63?

International Animal Preserve Dam No. 63 has a dam height of 20 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 International Animal Preserve Dam No. 63 last inspected?

International Animal Preserve Dam No. 63 was last inspected on October 26, 2022. 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.