Larue Wastewater Treatment Lagoon

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY TO SCIOTO RIVER· Marion, Ohio· Built 2001· Earth· 10 ft tall
Significant Hazard Tailings Local Government

Key Takeaway

Larue Wastewater Treatment Lagoon is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 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 Length2,950 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage54 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge10 cfs
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDOH02934

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

Ownership

Village of LaRue

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Larue Wastewater Treatment Lagoon?

Larue Wastewater Treatment 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 Larue Wastewater Treatment Lagoon?

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

When was Larue Wastewater Treatment Lagoon built?

Larue Wastewater Treatment Lagoon was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Larue Wastewater Treatment Lagoon?

Larue Wastewater Treatment 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 Larue Wastewater Treatment Lagoon?

Larue Wastewater Treatment 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 Larue Wastewater Treatment Lagoon last inspected?

Larue Wastewater Treatment Lagoon was last inspected on November 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.