Jewett Wwt Lagoon

CONOTTON CREEK - OFFSTREAM· Harrison, Ohio· Built 1999· Earth· 12 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Jewett Wwt Lagoon is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 Length2,880 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Normal Storage56 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge14 cfs
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDOH02978

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: August 5, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Village of Jewett

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jewett Wwt Lagoon?

Jewett 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 Jewett Wwt Lagoon?

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

When was Jewett Wwt Lagoon built?

Jewett Wwt Lagoon was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Jewett Wwt Lagoon?

Jewett 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 Jewett Wwt Lagoon?

Jewett Wwt Lagoon 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 Jewett Wwt Lagoon last inspected?

Jewett Wwt Lagoon was last inspected on August 5, 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.