Luburgh Lake Dam No. 12 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Luburgh Lake Dam No.
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Summary
12, located in Muskingum, Ohio, was completed in 1963 and stands at a height of 42.9 feet, with a storage capacity of 625 acre-feet. The dam serves primarily for recreation purposes, offering a surface area of 28.6 acres for activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. Situated on Boggs Creek, this earth dam is regulated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
With a significant hazard potential and a fair condition assessment as of November 2018, Luburgh Lake Dam No. 12 undergoes inspections every 5 years to monitor its structural integrity and safety. Despite lacking certain features such as a spillway and outlet gates, the dam remains a vital part of the local water resource infrastructure, providing essential storage and flood protection for the surrounding area. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the management and maintenance of dams like Luburgh Lake Dam No. 12 play a crucial role in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against potential risks and hazards.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Luburgh Lake Dam No. 12 represents a unique intersection of human infrastructure and natural systems, showcasing the importance of responsible dam management in the face of changing environmental conditions. As efforts to enhance dam safety and emergency preparedness evolve, this dam serves as a focal point for ongoing discussions and actions aimed at mitigating risks and ensuring sustainable water management practices. Its location on Boggs Creek, within the scenic landscape of Ohio, highlights the interconnectedness of water resources, recreation, and environmental stewardship in shaping resilient communities for the future.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
485 |
Dam Height |
42.9 |
River Or Stream |
BOGGS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
28.6 |
Drainage Area |
1.52 |
Nid Storage |
625 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
43 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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