Lake Shangri La
Key Takeaway
Lake Shangri La is classified as high hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 48.8% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 650 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 172 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 27 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00147 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Village Of Bristol
Local Government
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Shangri La?
Lake Shangri La is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Shangri La?
Lake Shangri La is owned by Village Of Bristol (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Shangri La built?
Lake Shangri La was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 Lake Shangri La?
Lake Shangri La 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 Shangri La?
Lake Shangri La has a dam height of 16 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 Shangri La last inspected?
Lake Shangri La was last inspected on October 20, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.