Providing benefits of flood reduction, conservation and recreation since 1933
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Welcome to the Muskingum Watershed
The Muskingum River Watershed, which covers more than 8,000 square miles and drains into the Muskingum River, is the largest wholly contained watershed in the state of Ohio, covering about 20 percent of the state. The Muskingum River - which is formed by the confluence of the Tuscarawas and Walhonding rivers at Coshocton, OH - empties into the Ohio River at Marietta. The system of reservoirs and dams in the watershed offers flood reduction and water conservation benefits to the region's property owners and residents. The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD), a political subdivision of the State of Ohio, was responsible for the development of the reservoirs and dams. Today the MWCD is dedicated to providing the benefits of flood reduction, water conservation and recreational opportunities in the Muskingum River Watershed.
Recent News
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Memorial Day Weekend kicks off summer at lakes, parks, facilities
May 17, 2013
Events planned all summer long, fireworks schedule set -
Short-term water supply policy approved for MWCD lakes
May 17, 2013
Guidelines limit water sales to oil and gas industry to areas immediately around individual lakes -
MWCD to provide funds in partnership for Asian carp studies
May 7, 2013
The Nature Conservancy, Ohio Division of Wildlife to perform tests in Muskingum River Watershed -
Fireworks shows planned this summer at MWCD lake parks
May 7, 2013
3 shows scheduled at Pleasant Hill Lake Park! -
Lack of rainfall has Tappan Lake lagging behind normal water level
April 25, 2013
Condition is temporary, main boat launch ramp and courtesy dock are open -
MWCD reduces overnight docking rates for owners of multiple boats at lakes
April 1, 2013
Customers, MWCD advisory committee members assist in updating fee structure for 2013 -
Great Flood of 1913 led to MWCD, system of dams and reservoirs
March 22, 2013
System has saved lives, more than $10 billion in potential property damage from flooding
