Monroe Lake Dam dam
Monroe Lake Dam
Monroe Lake Dam, located in Ohio, is a state-regulated structure designed by Dodson, Kinney & Lindblom in Columbus, Ohio. Completed in 1956, the dam stands at a height of 57.5 feet and has a length of 350 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1350 acre-feet for the Baker Fork river. The primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, with a surface area of 38.4 acres and a normal storage capacity of 499 acre-feet.
Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, Monroe Lake Dam is currently assessed to be in fair condition as of the last inspection in November 2020. The dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement by the Department of Natural Resources, ensuring its safety and compliance with state standards. With a history of periodic inspections every five years, the dam is equipped to manage a maximum discharge of 25,243 cubic feet per second, providing flood protection and recreational opportunities for the surrounding area.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Monroe Lake Dam a fascinating structure due to its historical significance, recreational value, and importance in water management. The dam serves as a vital component in the local ecosystem, offering both protection against flooding and a picturesque setting for outdoor activities. Its design and construction by reputable engineers highlight the commitment to ensuring the safety and functionality of the dam, making it a notable landmark in Monroe, Ohio.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Monroe Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Captina Cr. At S.R. 148 At Armstrongs Mills | 41 cfs | → |
| Seneca Fork Bl Senecaville Dam Near Senecaville Oh | 14 cfs | → |
| Little Muskingum River At Bloomfield Oh | 50 cfs | → |
| East Fork Duck Creek Near Harrietsville Oh | 21 cfs | → |
| Ohio River Above Sardis | 43,300 cfs | → |
| West Fork Duck Creek At Macksburg Oh | 14 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Monroe Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Slope Creek Reservoir Ramp
- Barnesville Memorial Park
- Noble County Fish And Game
- Clarington Village Ramp
- Barkcamp State Park
- Powhatan Point Boat Launch
Campgrounds
- Lamping Homestead Recreation Area
- Ring Mill Campground
- Leith Run Recreation Area
- Lane Farm Campground
- Woodgrove Campground H
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About Monroe Lake Dam
Where does the data for Monroe Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Monroe Lake Dam.