South Vienna Wwt Lagoons Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

South Vienna Wwt Lagoons, located in Harmony, Ohio, is a water resource facility designed by URS Consultants and regulated by the Department of Natural Resources.


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Summary

Completed in 1992, this earth dam structure serves primarily for tailings purposes, with a dam height of 26 feet and a storage capacity of 29.88 acre-feet. The lagoons cover a surface area of 2.86 acres and have a drainage area of 0.01 square miles, providing vital water management in the region.

With a significant hazard potential and fair condition assessment, South Vienna Wwt Lagoons are inspected every five years to ensure their safety and functionality. The dam's last inspection was conducted in November 2019, highlighting the importance of regular monitoring and maintenance to prevent potential risks. Despite its isolated location offstream from Beaver Creek, the lagoons play a crucial role in flood control and water storage, contributing to the overall water resource infrastructure in Clark County, Ohio.

Managed by the local government, South Vienna Wwt Lagoons stand as a testament to sustainable water management practices in the region. With its strategic design and regulatory oversight, this water facility exemplifies the importance of balancing environmental conservation with human development needs. As climate change continues to impact water resources, facilities like the South Vienna Wwt Lagoons serve as essential components in adapting to and mitigating the effects of a changing climate on water availability and quality.

Year Completed

1992

Dam Length

500

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

OFFSTREAM-BEAVER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.86

Drainage Area

0.01

Nid Storage

29.88

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

26
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.