The Etruscans sustained heavy losses in the battle and would never again reclaim their previous glory.

[1] The Etruscans, outnumbering the Romans by a few hundred engaged them near the lake and enveloped them in a drawn out infantry brawl.

The Roman cavalry was ordered to dismount and charged the Etruscans, routing their tired and battered infantry.

By the end of the day the Etruscans were wiped out, and Roman military power in the area was assured.

Of its significance, Livy writes, "That day broke, for the first time, the power of the Etruscans after their long-continued and abundant prosperity.