Russellville Wwt Lagoon Basin #2

EAGLE CREEK· Brown, Ohio· Built 1999· Earth· 12 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Russellville Wwt Lagoon Basin #2 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 Length1,280 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage26 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1 cfs
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDOH02951

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: June 7, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Village of Russellville

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Russellville Wwt Lagoon Basin #2?

Russellville Wwt Lagoon Basin #2 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 Russellville Wwt Lagoon Basin #2?

Russellville Wwt Lagoon Basin #2 is owned by Village of Russellville (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Russellville Wwt Lagoon Basin #2 built?

Russellville Wwt Lagoon Basin #2 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 Russellville Wwt Lagoon Basin #2?

Russellville Wwt Lagoon Basin #2 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 Russellville Wwt Lagoon Basin #2?

Russellville Wwt Lagoon Basin #2 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 Russellville Wwt Lagoon Basin #2 last inspected?

Russellville Wwt Lagoon Basin #2 was last inspected on June 7, 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.