March 27, 2023
The MCD flood protection system experienced its second high water event of 2023 this weekend. Several rounds of showers and thunderstorms dropped 0.75 to 2.25 inches of rain in the Miami Valley during the overnight hours on March 23 and 24 and another 1.00 to 2.00 inches of rain on March 24 and 25. Runoff …Read More
March 21, 2023
The Miami Conservancy District (MCD) will invest more than $3 million in federal highway funds to improve area trails. The funds will be used to build nearly 1 mile of new trail; resurface or reconstruct another 2.8 miles of trail; and provide safety upgrades, ADA-compliant curb ramps, and amenities at several trail sites. “MCD is …Read More
March 14, 2023
The Board of Directors of The Miami Conservancy District and its Subdistricts will hold its regular meeting on March 22, 2023, at 10:00 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.
March 14, 2023
February brought an average of 2.01 inches of precipitation to the Great Miami River Watershed. That is 0.38 inches below the monthly average. The highest precipitation level of 2.61 inches was recorded at the station in Versailles. The lowest precipitation level of 1.51 inches was recorded at the New Carlisle station. As of February 28, …Read More
March 3, 2023
Flows in the Great Miami River and larger tributary rivers and streams are mostly in the normal range (25th to 75th percentile) for this time of year. This is expected to change dramatically over the next 24 hours as heavy rainfall drives flows up. North American Ensemble Forecast System (NAEFS) 10 day river forecasts indicate …Read More
February 23, 2023
The Board of Directors of The Miami Conservancy District and its Subdistricts will hold a special meeting on February 27, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. to consider a loan ratification and budget amendments, both related to the Lockington Dam Left Wall Drain System and Concrete Repair, Phase 1 project. The meeting will be held at the …Read More
February 13, 2023
The September 10, 2023 Great Miami Riverway Half Marathon is presented by the Can’t Stop Running Company. The Great Miami Riverway Half Marathon is presented by Can’t Stop Running Company. COURSE: Start on Water Street in Troy at the Miami County Courthouse. Troy roads to/around Duke Park. Enter the bike path heading north on Adams Street. Pass …Read More
February 13, 2023
January delivered an average of 3.76 inches of precipitation to the Great Miami River Watershed. That is 0.67 inches above the monthly normal levels. The station that recorded the highest level occurred at West Liberty (5.03 inches) and the lowest level was recorded at Collinsville (3.16 inches). Total January runoff for the Great Miami River …Read More
February 6, 2023
William “Bill” E. Lukens, a longtime board member of the Miami Conservancy District (MCD) announced his intention to retire from The Miami Conservancy District Board of Directors effective immediately. “I have enjoyed the work of the Miami Conservancy District and being a director of the organization. The mission of the organization is incredibly important to …Read More
February 6, 2023
Thank you for participating in MCD’s most recent survey. We received many submissions that provided great feedback and insight into how we can better the community with our work. We appreciate your time, interest, and support regarding our mission of protecting, preserving, and promoting. If you have any additional questions or comments, email us.
December 5, 2022
The Board of Directors of The Miami Conservancy District and its Subdistricts will hold its regular meeting on December 13, 2022, 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.
November 12, 2022
During the month of October an average of 0.89 inches of precipitation was recorded across the Great Miami River Watershed. That is 2.10 inches below the monthly average. The highest amount was recorded in Springfield (1.74 inches) and the lowest amount was recorded at Pleasant Hill (0.48 inches). As of October 31, the Great Miami …Read More
November 3, 2022
The Miami Conservancy District (MCD) is requesting Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) from engineering consulting firms for selecting a firm or firms to perform professional services for specific evaluations, analyses, and/or designs for MCD projects over the next several years. The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) describes the types of services that MCD may require and the desired qualifications …Read More
October 17, 2022
The Miami Conservancy District Records Commission will meet on October 25, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. at MCD Headquarters, 38 E. Monument Avenue, Dayton, OH 45402.
October 11, 2022
September brought an average of 3.31 inches of precipitation to the Great Miami River Watershed which is only 0.15 inches above the monthly average. The highest amount was recorded at the monitoring station in Middletown (6.97 inches) and the lowest amount was recorded in Arcanum (1.02 inches). As of September 30, the Great Miami River …Read More
