Question 1

Churches

Accepted Answer

Putnam Congregational Church:
Location: 707 Masonic Park Road, Marietta, OH 45750
Phone & Web: (740) 350-5732 | Putnam Church
 
Marietta Bible Center Church:
Location: 4070 OH-60, Marietta, OH 45750
Phone & Web: (740) 373-5551 | Marietta Bible Center Church Online
 
Highland Ridge Community Church: 
Location: 2200 Highland Ridge Road, Lowell, OH  45744
Phone: (740) 896-3029
 
Twin Rivers Church
Location: 110 DAV Road, Whipple, OH 45788
Phone & Web: (740) 376-0440 | Twin RIvers Church

Question 2

Utilities / New Resident Info

Accepted Answer

Electricity: Provided predominantly by AEP Ohio or Washington Electric Cooperative.
AEP Ohio: 1-800-672-2231 | AEP Ohio Web Portal
Washington Electric Coop: (740) 373-2141 | Washington Electric Cooperative Site

Natural Gas: Service managed by Enbridge Ohio Ohio.Phone & Web: 1-877-542-2630| Enbridge Ohio

Water & Sewer: Supplied by regional  networks.
City of Marietta Water: (740) 373-3515 | Water Department
Devola/Putnam Water: (740) 373-0975 | Putnam Community Water
Highland Ridge Water: 740-376-0337   | Highland Ridge Water
Warren Community Water: (740) 373-8476   | Warren Water

Internet, TV, & Phone: Multiple fiber, cable, and high-speed broadband providers service the immediate grid.
Optimum: 1-866-950- 3278| Optimum Marietta Portal
CAS Cable: (304) 420-2470 | CAS Cable

Question 3

Local Schools

Accepted Answer

Muskingum Township students are primarily served by the Marietta City School District.
District Administrative Office
Location: 111 Academy Drive, Marietta, OH 45750
Phone & Web: (740) 374-6500 | Marietta City Schools
 
Oak Grove Christian School
Elementary school
Location: 535 B.F. Goodrich Road, Marietta, OH 45750
Phone: (740) 374-6991 | Oak Grove Christian School

Question 4

Things to Do

Accepted Answer

Devola Recreation/East Muskingum Civic Association 
Local hub featuring a swimming pool, public playground, tennis courts, basketball court, and picnic pavilions.
Location: 1300 River Road, Marietta, OH 45750
Phone & Web: (740) 371-4081 | Devola Pool & Recreation

Muskingum River State Park (Devola Lock & Dam #2)
Historic lock system built in the 1830s, highly popular for fishing, boating, and pedestrian walking paths.
Location: 820 River Road, Marietta, OH 45750
Phone & Web: (740) 558-6040 | Ohio DNR Muskingum River State Park

Devola Soccer Complex
Sprawling sports complex serving local soccer leagues and youth athletics.
Location: River Road (adjacent to EMCA grounds), Marietta, OH 45750
Web: Devola Soccer Complex

Masonic Park
Marietta Masonic Park is a beautiful venue located on the outskirts of Marietta Ohio in the scenic Devola area. A wonderful place for birthdays, weddings, family reunions, or any intimate to large gathering. Owned and operated on behalf of the local Freemason lodges.
Location: 145 Masonic Ln, Marietta, OH 45750 
Phone & Web: (740) 785-7275 | Masonic Park

Fort Harmar Rifle Club
 Indoor range for rifle and pistol shooting matches and training
Location: 2951 Waterford Rd. Marietta, OH 45750
Phone & Web: 740-373-7684 |Fort Harmar Rifle Club

Broughton Nature Park
Discover 700 acres of rolling hills, ponds, and natural landscapes just minutes from downtown Marietta, Ohio. The Broughton Nature Park welcomes visitors to hike, bike, fish, and explore a diverse outdoor destination filled with trails, event spaces, and wildlife. Whether you’re planning a quiet walk, a weekend event, or a group program, you’ll find space to explore and relax all year long. The park is owned and maintained by the Muskingum Watershed, dedicated to conservation, recreation, and community enrichment.
Location: 615 Ohio 821 Marietta, Ohio 45750
Phone & Web: 740-373-7684 |Broughton Nature Park

Question 5

Library

Accepted Answer

While there is no standalone library physical structure within the township borders, residents use the main branch system located just minutes south in Marietta.
Washington County Public Library (Marietta Branch)

Offers a vast material collection, public Wi-Fi, community meeting spaces, and digital asset rendering.
Location: 615 Fifth Street, Marietta, OH 45750
Phone & Web: (740) 373-1057 | Washington County Public Library

Question 6

Hospitals

Accepted Answer

Muskingum Township relies on the immediate, nearby facilities anchored by the regional healthcare network.
 
Marietta Memorial Hospital (Memorial Health System)
Full emergency department, intensive care unit, trauma handling, and specialized outpatient surgery.
Location: 401 Matthew Street, Marietta, OH 45750
Phone & Web: (740) 374-1400 | Memorial Health System
 
Selby General Hospital
Critical-access community hospital specializing in inpatient rehabilitation, radiology, and acute care.
Location: 1106 Colegate Drive, Marietta, OH 45750
Phone: (740) 568-2000 | Selby General Hospital

Question 7

Community Center

Accepted Answer

The Oak Grove Recreation Center Pavilion is adjacent to the Oak Grove Fire Department located at the intersection of  B.F. Goodrich Road and Oak Grove Lane.  It is available for rental to Muskingum Township residents for $15 per hour or non-residents for $25 per hour, for a minimum of 2 hours.

Question 8

Waste Management/Recycling

Accepted Answer

You may OPT OUT IF:
You can dispose of your household waste on your own property without creating a nuisance, health hazard, or water pollution.
If you have commercial service at another location within Muskingum Township, you may dispose of your household waste at that location.
TO OPT OUT - Please submit this opt out letter:

Step 1: Review Kimble letter below
Step 2: Take note that residents are automatically placed into service Option 1.
Step 3: If you do NOT want service Option 1, call Kimble by JUNE 16 (1-800-201-0005 Ext. 9404).
Step 4: Residents who do NOT have a Kimble cart will receive them beginning June 19. If you do not receive a cart by July 1 contact Kimble (1-800-201-0005 Ext. 9404).
Step 5: If you are NOT a current Kimble customer, you will need to contact your current hauler to be sure they cancel your current service effective June 30, 2023. For those residents that are already Kimble customers, your service and rate have been automatically adjusted according to the contract.
Step 6: Questions -> If you have questions regarding service, please contact Kimble Customer Service by phone at 1-800-201-0005, live chat on the website at www.kimblecompanies.com, or email customerservice@kimblecompanies.com.

RECYLCING DROP OFF LOCATIONS 
Beginning July 1 (OPEN 24 HRS)
Devola (Muskingum Township Building):
26 Townhall Road

Question 9

Contractors

Accepted Answer

Contractors wishing to do business with the township will be required to provide the following documentation upon award:
Bureau Of Worker’s Compensation (BWC) Certificate
Certificate of Liability with township listed as additional insured
Hold Harmless Agreement
Prevailing Wage Records (if required)
Contract (if required)