Champagne Shores Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Champagne Shores Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 21.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 211 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01083 |
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
Emerald Lakes Homeowners' Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Champagne Shores Pond Dam?
Champagne Shores Pond Dam 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 Champagne Shores Pond Dam?
Champagne Shores Pond Dam is owned by Emerald Lakes Homeowners' Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Champagne Shores Pond Dam built?
Champagne Shores Pond Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Champagne Shores Pond Dam?
Champagne Shores Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Champagne Shores Pond Dam?
Champagne Shores Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Champagne Shores Pond Dam last inspected?
Champagne Shores Pond Dam was last inspected on December 5, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.