O'shaughnessy is a gravity dam located in Dublin, Ohio, along the Scioto River.
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Completed in 1924, this dam serves multiple purposes including hydroelectric power generation, recreation, and water supply. With a height of 75 feet and a length of 1510 feet, O'shaughnessy has a storage capacity of 33,000 acre-feet and a surface area of 950 acres.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, O'shaughnessy is regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio. It has a high hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 802 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 261,000 cubic feet per second.
Despite its age, O'shaughnessy continues to play a vital role in providing water supply and other benefits to the local community. Its location in Concord Township, Delaware County, makes it a key feature in the region's water resource infrastructure, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
Year Completed |
1924 |
Dam Length |
1510 |
Dam Height |
75 |
River Or Stream |
Scioto River |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
950 |
Hydraulic Height |
65 |
Drainage Area |
980 |
Nid Storage |
33000 |
Structural Height |
78.5 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
79 |