Muskingum College Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Muskingum College Lake Dam, located in New Concord, Ohio, was completed in 1935 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
It is a private dam regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, with a height of 27.7 feet and a length of 300 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 36 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 21 acre-feet, providing a surface area of 3 acres for water activities.
Despite its age, Muskingum College Lake Dam is in poor condition and has a high hazard potential according to the last inspection conducted in December 2017. The dam is situated on a tributary to North Crooked Creek, within the jurisdiction of the state of Ohio. It is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor the dam's maintenance and repair efforts to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.
As a private dam with limited federal oversight, the responsibility for the upkeep and safety of Muskingum College Lake Dam falls on its owners. With a history of state regulation, inspection, and enforcement, it is essential for stakeholders to work together to address the poor condition and high hazard potential of the dam. Continued monitoring and proactive measures are necessary to prevent any potential risks or accidents related to the dam's structural integrity.
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
27.7 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO NORTH CROOKED CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Drainage Area |
0.42 |
Nid Storage |
36 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
Muskingum College Lake Dam