Mt. Victory Sewage Lagoon

ALONG PANTHER CREEK· Hardin, Ohio· Built 1996· Earth· 13 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Mt. Victory Sewage Lagoon is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 7.3% in OH)
Dam Length2,500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage103 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge50 cfs
Year Completed1996 (30 years old)
NID IDOH02925

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 Mt. Victory

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mt. Victory Sewage Lagoon?

Mt. Victory Sewage 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 Mt. Victory Sewage Lagoon?

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

When was Mt. Victory Sewage Lagoon built?

Mt. Victory Sewage Lagoon was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Mt. Victory Sewage Lagoon?

Mt. Victory Sewage 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 Mt. Victory Sewage Lagoon?

Mt. Victory Sewage Lagoon has a dam height of 13 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 Mt. Victory Sewage Lagoon last inspected?

Mt. Victory Sewage 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.