Sunbury Upground Reservoir No.
1, located in Sunbury, Ohio, is a local government-owned water resource designed by Burgess and Niple, Ltd. The reservoir, completed in 1955, serves primarily for recreational purposes and is regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio. With a dam height of 16.5 feet and a storage capacity of 91 acre-feet, it offers a surface area of 7.2 acres for recreational activities such as boating and fishing along the Big Walnut Creek.
The reservoir's hazard potential is classified as high, although its condition assessment was rated as fair during the last inspection in December 2020. The Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status and risk assessment measures are still pending updates, suggesting ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and maintenance of the reservoir. With its proximity to the Louisville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Sunbury Upground Reservoir No. 1 remains a significant asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking sustainable outdoor recreational opportunities in Delaware County, Ohio.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
2251 |
Dam Height |
16.5 |
River Or Stream |
BIG WALNUT CREEK - OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.03 |
Nid Storage |
91 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
17 |
Big Walnut Creek At Sunbury Oh
|
614cfs |
Alum Creek At Africa Oh
|
15cfs |
Alum Creek Near Kilbourne Oh
|
181cfs |
Big Walnut Creek At Central College Oh
|
189cfs |
Olentangy River Near Worthington Oh
|
1990cfs |
Olentangy River Near Delaware Oh
|
1550cfs |