Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11 dam
Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11
Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11, located in Muskingum, Ohio, is a significant earth dam with a height of 22.8 feet and a length of 300 feet. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreation, providing a storage capacity of 101 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 41.5 acre-feet. Situated on Brelsford Run, a tributary of the Wills Creek, this dam offers a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities.
Managed by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11 has a low hazard potential and is in fair condition as of the last assessment in December 2017. With regular inspections and enforcement of state regulations, the dam ensures safety and compliance to prevent potential risks. The Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for the dam was last revised in June 2020, indicating a proactive approach to emergency preparedness and response.
This dam not only serves as a recreational spot but also highlights the importance of sustainable water resource management in Ohio. Its location, design, and operational features make it a vital structure in the region, attracting visitors and contributing to the overall environmental and social well-being of the community.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Muskingum River Near Coshocton Oh | 3,800 cfs | → |
| Muskingum River At Dresden Oh | 4,200 cfs | → |
| Tuscarawas River At Newcomerstown Oh | 1,700 cfs | → |
| Wills Creek At Cambridge Oh | 28 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Near Coshocton Oh | 12 cfs | → |
| Salt Creek Near Chandlersville Oh | 26 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11.
Boat launches
- East Muskingum Avenue Dresden
- Morning Glory Ramp
- Salt Fork State Park - North Salem Ramp
- Salt Fork State Park - Cabin Area
- Salt Fork State Park - Rocky Fork Access
- Salt Fork State Park - Campground Ramp
Campgrounds
- Colonial Campground
- Forest Hills Lake Camp
- Camp Falling Rock Boy Scout Reservation
- Area 31 Campsite
- Woodgrove Campground H
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About Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11
Where does the data for Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11.