Newton Falls Low Head Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateOhio
CountyTrumbull
Nearest CityNEWTON FALLS
River/StreamEAST BRANCH MAHONING RIVER
Coordinates41.19611, -80.96667

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height17 ft
Dam Height17 ft
Dam Length100 ft
Year Completed1908 (118 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,244 acre-ft
Max Storage1,244 acre-ft
Normal Storage843 acre-ft
Surface Area120 acres
Drainage Area306 sq mi
Max Discharge49,102 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Newton Falls
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection09/22/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDOH00339
Federal IDOH00339
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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