Fort Jennings Wwt Lagoon

Auglaize River-offstream· Putnam, Ohio· Built 2002· Earth· 15 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Fort Jennings Wwt Lagoon is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 Length2,120 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge12 cfs
Year Completed2002 (24 years old)
NID IDOH03034

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: No
Last Inspection: April 27, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Village of Fort Jennings

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fort Jennings Wwt Lagoon?

Fort Jennings 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 Fort Jennings Wwt Lagoon?

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

When was Fort Jennings Wwt Lagoon built?

Fort Jennings Wwt Lagoon was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Fort Jennings Wwt Lagoon?

Fort Jennings 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 Fort Jennings Wwt Lagoon?

Fort Jennings Wwt Lagoon 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 Fort Jennings Wwt Lagoon last inspected?

Fort Jennings Wwt Lagoon was last inspected on April 27, 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.