Newark Low Head Dam
Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | Ohio |
| County | Licking |
| Nearest City | NEWARK |
| River/Stream | NORTH FORK LICKING RIVER |
| Coordinates | 40.08750, -82.41111 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 1,662 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,662 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 240 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 21,000 cfs |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | City of Newark |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 12/09/2020 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |