Edison Wwt Lagoon

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY TO WHETSTONE CREEK· Morrow, Ohio· Built 2000· Earth· 10 ft tall
Significant Hazard Tailings Local Government

Key Takeaway

Edison Wwt Lagoon is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 2.3% in OH)
Dam Length3,540 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage108 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDOH03017

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 30, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Village of Edison

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Edison Wwt Lagoon?

Edison 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 Edison Wwt Lagoon?

Edison Wwt Lagoon is owned by Village of Edison (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Edison Wwt Lagoon built?

Edison Wwt Lagoon was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Edison Wwt Lagoon?

Edison Wwt Lagoon 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 Edison Wwt Lagoon?

Edison Wwt Lagoon has a dam height of 10 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 Edison Wwt Lagoon last inspected?

Edison Wwt Lagoon was last inspected on October 30, 2020. 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.