Montezuma/Club Island Wwt Lagoons
Key Takeaway
Montezuma/Club Island Wwt Lagoons is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 18.2% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 6,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 420 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02800 |
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
Mercer County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Montezuma/Club Island Wwt Lagoons?
Montezuma/Club Island Wwt 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 Montezuma/Club Island Wwt Lagoons?
Montezuma/Club Island Wwt Lagoons is owned by Mercer County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Montezuma/Club Island Wwt Lagoons built?
Montezuma/Club Island Wwt Lagoons was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Montezuma/Club Island Wwt Lagoons?
Montezuma/Club Island Wwt 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 Montezuma/Club Island Wwt Lagoons?
Montezuma/Club Island Wwt Lagoons has a dam height of 17 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 Montezuma/Club Island Wwt Lagoons last inspected?
Montezuma/Club Island Wwt Lagoons was last inspected on October 2, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.