Hap Cremean Lagoon #2
Key Takeaway
Hap Cremean Lagoon #2 is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is tailings. 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 Length | 1,260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 141 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00738 |
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
City of Columbus
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hap Cremean Lagoon #2?
Hap Cremean Lagoon #2 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 Hap Cremean Lagoon #2?
Hap Cremean Lagoon #2 is owned by City of Columbus (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hap Cremean Lagoon #2 built?
Hap Cremean Lagoon #2 was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 Hap Cremean Lagoon #2?
Hap Cremean Lagoon #2 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 Hap Cremean Lagoon #2?
Hap Cremean Lagoon #2 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 Hap Cremean Lagoon #2 last inspected?
Hap Cremean Lagoon #2 was last inspected on December 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.