Area Code 220: Comprehensive Guide to Technical Specifications and Data
Info: Area code 220 serves southeastern and central Ohio, encompassing key cities like Athens, Delaware, and Zanesville. It functions as an overlay for area code 740.
Technical Specifications
- NPA Code: 220
- Type: Overlay
- Implementation Date: April 22, 2015
- State: Ohio
Geographic Coverage
Area code 220 covers southeastern and central Ohio, excluding Columbus and Franklin County.
Major Cities
| City | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Athens | 39.32924 | -82.10126 |
| Chillicothe | 39.33312 | -82.9824 |
| Delaware | 40.29867 | -83.06797 |
| Lancaster | 39.71368 | -82.59933 |
| Marion | 40.58867 | -83.12852 |
| Newark | 40.05812 | -82.40126 |
| Portsmouth | 38.73174 | -82.99767 |
| Zanesville | 39.94035 | -82.01319 |
Numbering Statistics
- Total Numbers Available: Not provided
- Utilization Rate: Not provided
- Exhaust Projection: Not provided
Network Infrastructure
Major Carriers
[List of major carriers with market share percentages not provided]
Services
- Landline
- Wireless
- VoIP
Regulatory Framework
- Regulatory Body: Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO)
- Dialing Requirements: All calls within the numbering plan area require the full ten-digit telephone number.
- NANPA Regulations: Area code 220 was introduced as an overlay for area code 740 to manage number exhaustion.
Historical Milestones
- November 8, 1997: Area code 740 was created by splitting from area code 614.
- April 22, 2015: Area code 220 was implemented as an overlay for area code 740.
Conclusion
Area code 220 plays a vital role in Ohio's telecommunications, ensuring ample numbering resources for residents and businesses in the southeastern and central regions. Governed by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio, it supports a variety of communication services.
For further insights, visit the Wikipedia page on area codes 740 and 220.