Nettle Lake Wwtp Lagoons

NETTLE CREEK· Williams, Ohio· Built 1996· Earth· 11 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Nettle Lake Wwtp Lagoons 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 11 ft (taller than 3.9% in OH)
Dam Length9,280 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage66 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1996 (30 years old)
NID IDOH02909

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: June 12, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Williams County Sanitary Engineer

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Nettle Lake Wwtp Lagoons?

Nettle Lake Wwtp 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 Nettle Lake Wwtp Lagoons?

Nettle Lake Wwtp Lagoons is owned by Williams County Sanitary Engineer (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Nettle Lake Wwtp Lagoons built?

Nettle Lake Wwtp Lagoons 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 Nettle Lake Wwtp Lagoons?

Nettle Lake Wwtp Lagoons 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 Nettle Lake Wwtp Lagoons?

Nettle Lake Wwtp Lagoons has a dam height of 11 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 Nettle Lake Wwtp Lagoons last inspected?

Nettle Lake Wwtp Lagoons was last inspected on June 12, 2018. 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.