Lake Louise Dam

TRIBUTARY TO SILVER CREEK· Geauga, Ohio· Earth· 25 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Louise Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 42.1% in OH)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage76 acre-ft
Normal Storage39 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge908 cfs
NID IDOH00361

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 10, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Lake Louise Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Louise Dam?

Lake Louise 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 Lake Louise Dam?

Lake Louise Dam is owned by Lake Louise Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Louise Dam?

Lake Louise 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 Lake Louise Dam?

Lake Louise Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Lake Louise Dam last inspected?

Lake Louise Dam was last inspected on May 10, 2018. 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.