International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #9, also known as Trout Lake, is a privately owned Earth dam located in Muskingum, Ohio.
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Built in 1962, this dam serves primarily as a water supply source, with a storage capacity of 375 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 102 acre-feet. The dam is situated on a tributary to Miller Creek, with a drainage area of 0.51 square miles and a surface area of 13.4 acres.
Managed by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #9 stands at a height of 40.3 feet and spans a length of 400 feet. Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the dam is subject to regular state inspection, enforcement, and permitting to ensure its safety and regulatory compliance. The last inspection was conducted in November 2017, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years.
With its picturesque setting and vital role in water supply, International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #9 serves as a crucial infrastructure for the local community in Cumberland, Ohio. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate preservation can appreciate the importance of this dam in sustaining the ecosystem and supporting the surrounding wildlife habitat.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
40.3 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO MILLER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.51 |
Nid Storage |
375 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
40 |