Monroe Basin Dam

INTERMITTENT STREAM TO THE MUSKINGUM RIVER· Muskingum, Ohio· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Monroe Basin Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 9.6% in OH)
Dam Length985 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage112 acre-ft
Normal Storage55 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge500 cfs
NID IDOH02189

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 25, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

ODNR, Division of Wildlife

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Monroe Basin Dam?

Monroe Basin 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 Monroe Basin Dam?

Monroe Basin Dam is owned by ODNR, Division of Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Monroe Basin Dam?

Monroe Basin 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 Monroe Basin Dam?

Monroe Basin Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Monroe Basin Dam last inspected?

Monroe Basin Dam was last inspected on October 25, 2018. 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.