Muskingum River Lock and Dam No. 5
Ohio — Washington County — MUSKINGUM RIVER
Location
| State | Ohio |
| County | Washington |
| River | MUSKINGUM RIVER |
| Coordinates | 39.53667, -81.72167 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Length | 546 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,525 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,525 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 328 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 28, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1841 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Timber Crib |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | ODNR, Division of Parks & Watercraft |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.