Auglaize River Wwt Lagoon

TRIBUTARY TO AUGLAIZE RIVER· Defiance, Ohio· Built 2011· Earth· 12 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Auglaize River Wwt Lagoon is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 4.8% in OH)
Dam Length4,508 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage279 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2011 (15 years old)
NID IDOH03200

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 11, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Defiance County Commissioner

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Auglaize River Wwt Lagoon?

Auglaize River Wwt Lagoon is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Auglaize River Wwt Lagoon?

Auglaize River Wwt Lagoon is owned by Defiance County Commissioner (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Auglaize River Wwt Lagoon built?

Auglaize River Wwt Lagoon was completed in 2011, making it 15 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Auglaize River Wwt Lagoon?

Auglaize River Wwt Lagoon serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Auglaize River Wwt Lagoon?

Auglaize River Wwt Lagoon has a dam height of 12 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Auglaize River Wwt Lagoon last inspected?

Auglaize River Wwt Lagoon was last inspected on May 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.