Ohio Power Company Pond Mb-115 Dam

TRIBUTARY TO MEIGS CREEK· Morgan, Ohio· Built 1967· Earth· 55 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Ohio Power Company Pond Mb-115 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 55 ft (taller than 94.3% in OH)
Dam Length525 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage116 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,045 cfs
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDOH00825

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 2, 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 Ohio Power Company Pond Mb-115 Dam?

Ohio Power Company Pond Mb-115 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Ohio Power Company Pond Mb-115 Dam?

Ohio Power Company Pond Mb-115 Dam is owned by ODNR, Division of Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ohio Power Company Pond Mb-115 Dam built?

Ohio Power Company Pond Mb-115 Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Ohio Power Company Pond Mb-115 Dam?

Ohio Power Company Pond Mb-115 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 Ohio Power Company Pond Mb-115 Dam?

Ohio Power Company Pond Mb-115 Dam has a dam height of 55 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 Ohio Power Company Pond Mb-115 Dam last inspected?

Ohio Power Company Pond Mb-115 Dam was last inspected on October 2, 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.