MWCD Maintenance Assessment
In 2009, the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) began work under its Amendment to the Official Plan of the MWCD, which was adopted in 2005. The Amendment to the Official Plan is funded through an assessment of property owners in the Muskingum River Watershed according to Ohio law.
Collection of the assessment also began in 2009, with the MWCD estimating that it will generate between $9 million and $10 million annually through the assessment. Nearly 500,000 parcels of property are subject to payment of the assessment, with nearly 95 percent of those properties assessed a total of $12 per year.
Assessment funds can be used solely for maintenance and rehabilitation projects and are audited by the State of Ohio to ensure compliance.
The MWCD is committed to a fair and equitable system of assessment. Staff members at the MWCD are available to assist property owners who have questions.
The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District is absolutely committed to safeguarding our area by maintaining our dams and reservoirs for future generations.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Assessment
Most questions regarding the MWCD Maintenance Assessment are answered in this section. If you have a question that is not answered here or you require further clarification, please contact an Assessment Specialist by calling toll free 866.755.6923.
Staff from the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District are available to conduct an administrative review of the assessment assigned to your property or properties.
In an effort to recognize the efforts of individuals in conservation, watershed stewardship, education and implementation of best management practices, an assessment credits program was developed, giving landowners the opportunity to reduce their annual assessment.
Clicking on "Check your Assessment" will redirect you to the Maintenance Assessment Web Portal. On the first page, you will see a map of the Counties that comprise the Muskingum Watershed. To begin a parcel search, please click on the County of interest, accept the terms of use, and search using the criterion listed on the tab at the top of the page.
2010 Atwood Labor Day Fireworks at Atwood Lake Park
Sat, September 4: 12:00am Free kayak classes at Atwood Lake Park beach at Atwood Lake Park beach
Sat, September 11: 8:00am MWCD Board of Directors meeting at New Philadelphia City Council Chambers
Fri, September 17: 9:00am Free "Quick Start Your Kayak" class at Tappan Lake Park at Tappan Lake Park
Sat, September 25: 9:00am 28th Annual Atwood Area Fall Festival at Atwood Lake Park
Fri, October 1: 12:00am
