Lyons Wwt Lagoon dam
Lyons Wwt Lagoon
Lyons Wwt Lagoon in Ohio is a significant offstream water resource managed by the local government and regulated by the Department of Natural Resources. Completed in 2003, this earth dam stands at a height of 7.75 feet and has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 32.7 acre-feet. The lagoon covers a surface area of 7.89 acres and serves various purposes beyond flood control, making it a vital asset for the community.
Situated in Fulton County, Ohio, near Bear Creek, Lyons Wwt Lagoon plays a crucial role in water management and conservation efforts in the region. With a satisfactory condition assessment and a significant hazard potential, regular inspections and enforcement by state authorities ensure the safety and functionality of this structure. As a key component of the local water infrastructure, the lagoon exemplifies the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of climate change challenges.
Managed by the Detroit District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Lyons Wwt Lagoon is a testament to effective collaboration between local and federal agencies in safeguarding water resources. With a focus on emergency preparedness and risk management, this lagoon serves as a model for proactive measures in addressing potential hazards and ensuring the resilience of water infrastructure in the face of evolving climate conditions.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Lyons Wwt Lagoon -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bean Creek At Powers Oh | 163 cfs | → |
| River Raisin Near Adrian | 236 cfs | → |
| Wolf Creek At Holland Oh | 19 cfs | → |
| Maumee River At Waterville Oh | 1,930 cfs | → |
| Ottawa River At University Of Toledo Toledo Oh | 31 cfs | → |
| Tiffin River At Stryker Oh | 110 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lyons Wwt Lagoon.
Boat launches
- Skinner Highway 2590, Rome Township
- Mary Jane Thurston State Park
- Schroders Farm
- Orleans Park
- Hood Park
- Corey Street Ramp
Campgrounds
- Lake Hudson State Rec Area
- Lake Hudson Semi-Modern Campground
- Harrison Lake State Park
- Mary Jane Thurston State Park
- W. J. Hayes State Park
Track Lyons Wwt Lagoon in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Lyons Wwt Lagoon
Where does the data for Lyons Wwt Lagoon come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Lyons Wwt Lagoon.