Stockport Mill Country Inn Water Power Project

Muskingum River· Morgan, Ohio· Built 1891· Concrete· 20 ft tall
High Hazard Hydroelectric Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Stockport Mill Country Inn Water Power Project is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1891 and is 135 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 27.7% in OH)
Dam Length482 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage3.8K acre-ft
Normal Storage3.8K acre-ft
Surface Area476 acres
Drainage Area7,447 sq mi
Year Completed1891 (135 years old)
NID IDOH00696

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: September 28, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

Ownership

ODNR, Division of Parks and Recreation

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stockport Mill Country Inn Water Power Project?

Stockport Mill Country Inn Water Power Project is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Stockport Mill Country Inn Water Power Project?

Stockport Mill Country Inn Water Power Project is owned by ODNR, Division of Parks and Recreation (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stockport Mill Country Inn Water Power Project built?

Stockport Mill Country Inn Water Power Project was completed in 1891, making it 135 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 Stockport Mill Country Inn Water Power Project?

Stockport Mill Country Inn Water Power Project serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Stockport Mill Country Inn Water Power Project?

Stockport Mill Country Inn Water Power Project 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 Stockport Mill Country Inn Water Power Project last inspected?

Stockport Mill Country Inn Water Power Project was last inspected on September 28, 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.