Collins Park Wtp Sludge Lagoon E

OTTER CREEK - OFFSTREAM· Lucas, Ohio· Built 1987· Earth· 33 ft tall
Significant Hazard Tailings Local Government

Key Takeaway

Collins Park Wtp Sludge Lagoon E is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 70% in OH)
Dam Length1,882 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage122 acre-ft
Normal Storage109 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge100 cfs
Year Completed1987 (39 years old)
NID IDOH01976

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: October 31, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

City of Toledo

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Collins Park Wtp Sludge Lagoon E?

Collins Park Wtp Sludge Lagoon E 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 Collins Park Wtp Sludge Lagoon E?

Collins Park Wtp Sludge Lagoon E is owned by City of Toledo (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Collins Park Wtp Sludge Lagoon E built?

Collins Park Wtp Sludge Lagoon E was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Collins Park Wtp Sludge Lagoon E?

Collins Park Wtp Sludge Lagoon E serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Collins Park Wtp Sludge Lagoon E?

Collins Park Wtp Sludge Lagoon E has a dam height of 33 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 Collins Park Wtp Sludge Lagoon E last inspected?

Collins Park Wtp Sludge Lagoon E was last inspected on October 31, 2019. 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.