Athens in Athens County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Donald R. Johnson Memorial Channel
Photographed By Craig Doda, December 24, 2021
1. Donald R. Johnson Memorial Channel Marker
In tribute to Donald R. Johnson (1904-1973) who faithfully, devotedly and effectively served as secretary-treasurer of the Hocking Conservancy District from its inception until the completion of the Athens Flood Protection Project (1972) of which this channel is a part.
"Every valley shall be exalted"
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Education • Waterways & Vessels.
Location. 39° 19.289′ N, 82° 6.3′ W. Marker is in Athens, Ohio, in Athens County. Marker is on Richland Avenue just south of South Shafer Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 97 Richland Ave, Athens OH 45701, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Silas Bingham House (within shouting distance of this marker); The Ordinance of 1787 (within shouting distance of this marker); Cutler Botanic Gardens (within shouting distance of this marker); 'Input', 2004 (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Ohio's Cherry Trees (about 600 feet away); Japanese Cherry Trees (about 600 feet away); Ohio University
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Photographed By Craig Doda, December 24, 2021
2. Donald R. Johnson Memorial Channel Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on January 12, 2022. It was originally submitted on January 7, 2022, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 94 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 7, 2022, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
