International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #36 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #36 is a privately owned earth dam located in Muskingum, Ohio, with a primary purpose of water supply.
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Summary
Completed in 1975, this dam stands at a height of 42.2 feet and has a storage capacity of 95.9 acre-feet. Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam is currently in poor condition based on a 2017 assessment, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and longevity.
Managed by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, this dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities. Situated on a tributary to Miller Creek, the dam serves as a crucial water source for the surrounding area. However, its poor condition underscores the importance of proactive measures to mitigate risks and ensure the safety of both the dam structure and the ecosystem it supports.
With a drainage area of 0.05 square miles and a surface area of 5.6 acres, International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #36 plays a vital role in water resource management in the region. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, it is essential to prioritize the maintenance and rehabilitation of such infrastructure to safeguard both human and environmental well-being.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
42.2 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO MILLER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.05 |
Nid Storage |
95.9 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
42 |
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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.
International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #36