Zanesville State Nursery Lake Dam dam
Zanesville State Nursery Lake Dam
Zanesville State Nursery Lake Dam, located in Muskingum County, Ohio, is a state-regulated earth dam primarily built for recreation purposes. With a dam height of 31.5 feet and a storage capacity of 375 acre-feet, this dam offers a surface area of 12.6 acres and a normal storage capacity of 74 acre-feet. The dam is situated on a tributary to Blount Run, providing a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore.
Despite having a fair condition assessment as of October 2018, the Zanesville State Nursery Lake Dam has a high hazard potential, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures are currently unclear, highlighting the need for updated protocols to ensure public safety and environmental protection. With a notable history of state jurisdiction and enforcement, the Department of Natural Resources plays a crucial role in overseeing the dam's operations and compliance with regulatory standards.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to engage with the Zanesville State Nursery Lake Dam, its rich history and recreational offerings make it a compelling destination for exploration and research. By understanding its design features, storage capabilities, and regulatory framework, visitors can appreciate the dam's significance in water management and environmental stewardship within the Ohio landscape.
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 Zanesville State Nursery Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Muskingum River At Dresden Oh | 4,200 cfs | → |
| Salt Creek Near Chandlersville Oh | 26 cfs | → |
| Wakatomika Creek Near Frazeysburg Oh | 101 cfs | → |
| Muskingum River Near Coshocton Oh | 3,800 cfs | → |
| Licking River Near Newark Oh | 281 cfs | → |
| Wills Creek At Cambridge Oh | 28 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Zanesville State Nursery Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- East Muskingum Avenue Dresden
- Summit Road Southeast Newark
- Morning Glory Ramp
- Salt Fork State Park - Cabin Area
- Salt Fork State Park - North Salem Ramp
- Salt Fork State Park - Campground Ramp
Campgrounds
- Camp Falling Rock Boy Scout Reservation
- Colonial Campground
- Area 31 Campsite
- Forest Hills Lake Camp
- Woodgrove Campground H
- Lazy River At Granville
Fishing spots
Track Zanesville State Nursery Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Zanesville State Nursery Lake Dam
Where does the data for Zanesville State Nursery Lake Dam 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 High 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
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