Vesuvius Dam

STORMS CREEK· Lawrence, Ohio· Earth· 41 ft tall

High Hazard Water Supply Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Vesuvius Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	41 ft (taller than 84.4% in OH)
Dam Length	425 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	2.6K acre-ft
Normal Storage	1.3K acre-ft

Surface Area	143 acres
Drainage Area	11 sq mi
Max Discharge	7,400 cfs
NID ID	OH82424

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: September 16, 2019

State Regulated: No

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Vesuvius Dam?

Vesuvius Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Vesuvius Dam?

Vesuvius Dam is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Vesuvius Dam?

Vesuvius Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Vesuvius Dam?

Vesuvius Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Vesuvius Dam last inspected?

Vesuvius Dam was last inspected on September 16, 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.