Malaga Lake Dam

CRANENEST CREEK· Monroe, Ohio· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Malaga Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 64.6% in OH)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage165 acre-ft
Normal Storage92 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge586 cfs
NID IDOH00215

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: November 4, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Malaga Valley Development Company

Private

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Upper Woodsfield Reservoir Dam

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Lower Woodsfield Reservoir Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Malaga Lake Dam?

Malaga 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 Malaga Lake Dam?

Malaga Lake Dam is owned by Malaga Valley Development Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Malaga Lake Dam?

Malaga 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 Malaga Lake Dam?

Malaga Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Malaga Lake Dam last inspected?

Malaga Lake Dam was last inspected on November 4, 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.