Boy Scout Dam, located in Carroll, Ohio, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1984 for recreational purposes.
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Standing at a height of 53 feet and stretching 1000 feet in length, the dam has a storage capacity of 740 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 32.1 acres. Despite being primarily used for recreation, it also serves as an essential structure for water resource management in the area, with a drainage area of 0.52 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 3232 cubic feet per second.
Maintained and regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, Boy Scout Dam has been inspected regularly, with its last assessment in December 2020 rating its condition as satisfactory. The dam has a significant hazard potential, prompting a thorough risk assessment and management measures. With its location near the tributary to Still Fork River, the dam plays a crucial role in flood control and water supply for the surrounding area. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate management will find Boy Scout Dam to be a fascinating infrastructure that combines recreational use with essential water management functions.
Year Completed |
1984 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
53 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO STILL FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.52 |
Nid Storage |
740 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
53 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Guilford Lake State Park
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Harrison Hills Campground
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Pride Valley Campgrounds
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