Keystone Fire Tower
US 1024, OH 13
2023 photo after move to Scioto Grove Metro Park
Lookout Details
| Registry Numbers | US 1024, OH 13 (view other lookouts in United States, Ohio) |
| Date Registered | September 3, 2014 |
| Nominated by | Mark |
| Location |
Scioto Grove Metro Park Franklin County, Ohio |
| Coordinates |
N 39° 51.128' W 083° 01.301' (view using Google Maps) N 39° 51' 08" W 083° 01' 18" N 39.852139° W 083.021687° |
| Elevation | 718 ft (219 m) |
| Administered by | Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks |
Description
This is 45-foot high steel tower was originally located in southeastern Jackson County, Ohio.
In 2023, the tower was restored and relocated to the Scioto Grove Metro Park in Franklin County. It is now open to the public during daylight hours.
Map
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Photos
2014 photo from original Jackson County location
Visit Reports
April 13, 2019: Mike Bell
Condition |
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| Needs paint? | Yes |
| Shutters OK? | No |
| Condition of wood OK? | No |
| Stairs OK? | No |
| Glass intact? | No Response |
| Good condition? | No |
| Comments: | First flight of stairs have been taken down presumably for safety reasons. The tower and surrounding area has been heavily vandalized by locals. |
Electronics and Enroachments |
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| Are electronic sites enroaching on tower? | No Response |
Access and Signs |
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| NHLR sign posted? | No |
| Directions to tower signed? | No |
| Comments? | Access is through private property, so must ask for permission before entering. |
Staffing |
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| Staffed? | No |
Opportunities for Volunteer Support |
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| Volunteers staffing opportunities? | Unsure |
| Volunteer maintenance opportunities? | Unsure |