South Vienna Wwt Lagoons

OFFSTREAM-BEAVER CREEK· Clark, Ohio· Built 1992· Earth· 26 ft tall
Significant Hazard Tailings Local Government

Key Takeaway

South Vienna Wwt Lagoons is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 46.4% in OH)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage30 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDOH02832

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 21, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Village of South Vienna

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of South Vienna Wwt Lagoons?

South Vienna 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 South Vienna Wwt Lagoons?

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

When was South Vienna Wwt Lagoons built?

South Vienna Wwt Lagoons was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 South Vienna Wwt Lagoons?

South Vienna 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 South Vienna Wwt Lagoons?

South Vienna Wwt Lagoons has a dam height of 26 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 South Vienna Wwt Lagoons last inspected?

South Vienna Wwt Lagoons was last inspected on November 21, 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.