Heil Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO LEATHERWOOD CREEK· Guernsey, Ohio· Built 1991· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Heil Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 46.4% in OH)
Dam Length590 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage296 acre-ft
Normal Storage131 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge2,717 cfs
Year Completed1991 (35 years old)
NID IDOH01671

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 18, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Kenneth & Sandra Shugert

Private

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Senecaville Dam

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High Hazard

Wong Lake Dam

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Darty Stowe Lake Dam

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Leatherwood Lake Dam

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Significant Hazard 12 ft

Johnson Lake Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Heil Lake Dam?

Heil Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Heil Lake Dam?

Heil Lake Dam is owned by Kenneth & Sandra Shugert (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Heil Lake Dam built?

Heil Lake Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Heil Lake Dam?

Heil Lake 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 Heil Lake Dam?

Heil Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Heil Lake Dam last inspected?

Heil Lake Dam was last inspected on October 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.