Muskingum River Lock and Dam No. 2

Ohio — Washington County — MUSKINGUM RIVER

Location

StateOhio
CountyWashington
RiverMUSKINGUM RIVER
Coordinates39.46944, -81.49167

Physical Characteristics

NID Height18 ft
Dam Height18 ft
Dam Length587 ft
NID Storage3,024 acre-ft
Max Storage3,024 acre-ft
Surface Area301 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionNovember 28, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1841
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeTimber Crib
Owner TypeState
OwnerODNR, Division of Parks & Watercraft

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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.

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