Dams in Monroe County, Ohio
11Total Dams
2High Hazard
7Significant
Dam Safety in Monroe County, Ohio
Monroe County has 11 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 2 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 7 carry a significant hazard classification. Currently, 8 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Monroe County is 62 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Monroe Lake Dam at 58 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe Lake Dam | High | Fair | 58 | Recreation | 1956 |
| Woodsfield Reservoir Dam No. 3 | High | Poor | 56 | Water Supply | 1992 |
| Fish Bones Lake Dam | Significant | Satisfactory | 51 | Recreation | 2003 |
| Lower Woodsfield Reservoir Dam | Significant | Poor | 47 | Water Supply | 1901 |
| Baker Lake Dam | Significant | Poor | 37 | Recreation | |
| Upper Woodsfield Reservoir Dam | Significant | Poor | 31 | Water Supply | |
| Shadow Lake Dam | Significant | Poor | 27 | Recreation | |
| Lamping Dam | Significant | Not Rated | 27 | Debris Control | 1967 |
| Baker Pond Dam | Significant | Poor | 25 | Recreation | |
| Malaga Lake Dam | Low | Poor | 31 | Recreation | |
| Tubaugh Lake Dam | Low | Poor | 27 | Recreation | 1965 |