Winchester Wwt Lagoon No. 2
Key Takeaway
Winchester Wwt Lagoon No. 2 is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.1% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,527 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | OH03127 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Village of Winchester
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Winchester Wwt Lagoon No. 2?
Winchester Wwt Lagoon No. 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 Winchester Wwt Lagoon No. 2?
Winchester Wwt Lagoon No. 2 is owned by Village of Winchester (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Winchester Wwt Lagoon No. 2 built?
Winchester Wwt Lagoon No. 2 was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Winchester Wwt Lagoon No. 2?
Winchester Wwt Lagoon No. 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 Winchester Wwt Lagoon No. 2?
Winchester Wwt Lagoon No. 2 has a dam height of 25 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 Winchester Wwt Lagoon No. 2 last inspected?
Winchester Wwt Lagoon No. 2 was last inspected on April 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.