Luburgh Lake Dam No. 11 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: February 21, 2026
Luburgh Lake Dam No.
Summary
11, located in Muskingum, Ohio, serves as a vital recreational resource for the community. Built in 1963, this earth dam stands at a height of 48.1 feet and holds a storage capacity of 153 acre-feet. The dam, situated on Boggs Creek, provides a surface area of 7.4 acres and offers various recreational activities for visitors to enjoy.
Owned privately, Luburgh Lake Dam No. 11 is regulated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, ensuring its safe operation and maintenance. The dam has been inspected regularly, with the last assessment conducted in November 2018, resulting in a satisfactory condition assessment. With a significant hazard potential, the dam is equipped to handle a maximum discharge of 665 cubic feet per second, safeguarding the surrounding area from potential risks.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Luburgh Lake Dam No. 11 presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned recreational dam in Ohio. Its construction and operational history, along with its environmental impact on Boggs Creek, make it a fascinating subject for further study and exploration in the realm of water resource management and climate adaptation.
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Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
620 |
Dam Height |
48.1 |
River Or Stream |
BOGGS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
153 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
48 |
Seasonal Comparison
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Salt Creek Near Chandlersville Oh
|
244cfs |
Muskingum River At Dresden Oh
|
17100cfs |
Wakatomika Creek Near Frazeysburg Oh
|
1280cfs |
Wills Creek At Cambridge Oh
|
1700cfs |
Muskingum River Near Coshocton Oh
|
3020cfs |
Muskingum River At Mcconnelsville Oh
|
492cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Luburgh Lake Dam No. 11