Savannah Wwtp Lagoons

UNNAMED TRIB TO VERMILION RIVER· Ashland, Ohio· Built 1996· Earth· 44 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Savannah 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 44 ft (taller than 87.3% in OH)
Dam Length1,480 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage42 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1996 (30 years old)
NID IDOH02913

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: December 11, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Village of Savannah

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Savannah Wwtp Lagoons?

Savannah 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 Savannah Wwtp Lagoons?

Savannah Wwtp Lagoons is owned by Village of Savannah (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Savannah Wwtp Lagoons built?

Savannah 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 Savannah Wwtp Lagoons?

Savannah 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 Savannah Wwtp Lagoons?

Savannah Wwtp Lagoons has a dam height of 44 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 Savannah Wwtp Lagoons last inspected?

Savannah Wwtp Lagoons was last inspected on December 11, 2019. 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.