North Broadway Low Head Dam

Ohio — Franklin County — OLENTANGY RIVER

Location

StateOhio
CountyFranklin
RiverOLENTANGY RIVER
Coordinates40.02944, -83.02389

Physical Characteristics

NID Height6 ft
Dam Height6 ft
Dam Length190 ft
NID Storage132 acre-ft
Max Storage132 acre-ft
Surface Area65 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionDecember 21, 2020
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1969
Primary PurposeDebris Control
Dam TypeConcrete
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCity of Columbus

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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