International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #35 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #35, located in Muskingum, Ohio, serves as a vital water supply source for the surrounding area.
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Summary
This private earth dam, completed in 1975, stands at a height of 38.1 feet and has a storage capacity of 63.5 acre-feet. Despite its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment, the dam is regularly inspected and regulated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to ensure public safety and water resource sustainability.
Situated on a tributary to Mays Fork, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water levels and providing essential water supply for local communities. With a normal storage capacity of 26.1 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 1126 cubic feet per second, it plays a key role in mitigating flooding risks and maintaining water quality. Despite its age and condition, the dam continues to serve its primary purpose efficiently, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and regulatory oversight in preserving water resources in the region.
In the event of emergencies, the dam's emergency action plan and risk management measures are essential for ensuring swift and effective responses. With regular inspections and monitoring in place, the dam's operators are committed to upholding safety standards and environmental stewardship. As a significant water infrastructure asset in Ohio, International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #35 exemplifies the intersection of water resource management, climate resilience, and public safety in a changing world.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
38.1 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO MAYS FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.12 |
Nid Storage |
63.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
38 |
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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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