Newark Low Head Dam
Ohio — Licking County — NORTH FORK LICKING RIVER
Location
| State | Ohio |
| County | Licking |
| River | NORTH FORK LICKING RIVER |
| Coordinates | 40.08750, -82.41111 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,662 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,662 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 9, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1960 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Newark |
Location Map
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.