Explore the dam, meet the experts, and learn how southwest Ohio stays safe from flooding GERMANTOWN, OH – The Miami Conservancy District (MCD) invites the community to a special open-house tour of Germantown Dam on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, from 2:00 to 5:00 PM. This free, family-friendly event provides a rare opportunity to experi ...

The Board of Directors of The Miami Conservancy District and its Subdistricts will hold its regular meeting on September 16, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the Miami Conservancy District located at 38 East Monument Avenue, Dayton, OH 45402. In addition, an executive session may be held for the purpose of considering pending or imminent court acti ...

The Miami Conservancy District (MCD) has transitioned to a new online portal for permit applications. This convenient system allows you to create an account, submit applications, upload required documents, and track the status of your request — all in one place. MCD manages its lands to protect lives and property through flood protecti ...

Germantown, Ohio — The Miami Conservancy District (MCD) has begun a critical infrastructure project at Germantown Dam in Montgomery County — a repair that is essential to protecting thousands of lives and billions in property value across Southwest Ohio.   The Concrete Repair project, which will take several months to complete, is ...

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE   BOARD OF APPRAISERS MEETING THE MIAMI CONSERVANCY DISTRICT    The Board of Appraisers of The Miami Conservancy District and its Subdistricts will meet on August 13, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at The Miami Conservancy District located at 38 E. Monument Avenue, Dayton, OH 45402.     ...

Community invited to meet the experts and explore the powerful system that protects Southwest Ohio from flooding VANDALIA, OHIO – August 4, 2025 — The Miami Conservancy District invites the public to a rare open-house tour of the Taylorsville Dam on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. This exclusive event offers a ...

July 22, 2025 “Marvel Born Out of Tragedy” — That’s how WHIO describes the Miami Conservancy District’s flood protection system in its latest special report. This compelling News Center 7 story explores how the devastating Great Dayton Flood of 1913 led to one of the most ambitious and successful flood control systems in the c ...

The Guardian published a national news story highlighting the growing risks faced by communities in southwest Ohio due to aging flood protection infrastructure — with a spotlight on Huffman Dam and the Miami Conservancy District (MCD) system. “More than 18,000 properties downstream of Huffman Dam are at risk of flooding over the n ...

AMENDED: PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING   The Board of Directors of The Miami Conservancy District and its Subdistricts will hold a special meeting on July 28, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The purpose of the special meeting is to discuss the seventh readjustment of the appraisal of benefits, act on the 2024 annual report, ...

The Board of Appraisers of The Miami Conservancy District and its Subdistricts will meet on July 8, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at The Miami Conservancy District located at 38 E. Monument Avenue, Dayton, OH 45402.

The Miami Conservancy District (MCD) has launched a brand-new interactive online map that covers the Great Miami River, Stillwater River, Mad River, Twin Creek, Greenville Creek, and Buck Creek. This easy-to-use tool helps paddlers, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts find: River access points and boat ramps Nearby amenities like ...

The Board of Directors of The Miami Conservancy District and its Subdistricts will hold a regular meeting on June 25, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. at the Miami Conservancy District located at 38 East Monument Avenue, Dayton, OH 45402. The regular meeting will be preceded by a work session at 10:00 a.m.

DAYTON, OH — Ginger Clark, Manager of the Great Miami Riverway at the Miami Conservancy District, has been elected to the Board of Directors for the Ohio Parks and Recreation Association (OPRA). Clark is one of three leaders elected by OPRA members to serve a three-year term beginning July 1, 2025. With a longstanding commitment to par ...

The Board of Directors of The Miami Conservancy District and its Subdistricts will hold a special meeting on May 22, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The purpose of the special meeting is to review the benefit assessment study and ongoing refinements. In addition, an executive session will be held to discuss matters that are the subject of pending or ...

April 7, 2025 – Major Flood Storage Event Ongoing Across the Great Miami River Watershed A major high-water event is still underway across the Miami Conservancy District and Southwest Ohio. The Miami Conservancy District (MCD) dams—Germantown, Englewood, Lockington, and Taylorsville—continue to store floodwaters. While river levels ...

The Board of Directors of The Miami Conservancy District and its Subdistricts will hold a special meeting on April 11, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. The purpose of the special meeting is to consider a property matter, including an Executive Session to discuss potential property acquisition. The meeting will be held at the Miami Conservancy District ...

The Miami Conservancy District has fully activated its flood protection system in response to widespread heavy rainfall across the Great Miami River Watershed. Over the past 72 hours, the region has received 3.00 to 5.00 inches of rain, with 1.50 to 2.50 inches falling in just the last 24 hours. As a result, all five Miami Conservancy Di ...

April 2, 2025 – With severe storms and heavy rainfall expected across the Miami Valley, the Miami Conservancy District is taking proactive measures to ensure the region remains protected from potential flooding. Forecasts predict up to six inches of rain between Wednesday and Sunday, increasing the risk of rising river levels and locali ...

The Board of Directors of The Miami Conservancy District and its Subdistricts will hold its regular meeting on March 12, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at the Miami Conservancy District located at 38 East Monument Avenue, Dayton, OH 45402.  The regular meeting will be preceded by a work session at 9:00 a.m.

Winter may be in full swing, but the Miami Conservancy District is working year-round to protect our region from flooding and safeguard our water resources. In this month's Conservancy News, we're diving into: 🔹 Flood Storage Report – 1.5 billion gallons stored during February storms🔹 Benefit Assessment Study Updates – What� ...