Fayette Sewage Lagoons
Key Takeaway
Fayette Sewage Lagoons is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 12.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 3,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01593 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Village of Fayette
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fayette Sewage Lagoons?
Fayette Sewage Lagoons 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 Fayette Sewage Lagoons?
Fayette Sewage Lagoons is owned by Village of Fayette (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fayette Sewage Lagoons built?
Fayette Sewage Lagoons was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Fayette Sewage Lagoons?
Fayette Sewage Lagoons 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 Fayette Sewage Lagoons?
Fayette Sewage Lagoons has a dam height of 15 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 Fayette Sewage Lagoons last inspected?
Fayette Sewage Lagoons was last inspected on May 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.