Schultz Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO DEER CREEK· Portage, Ohio· Built 1932· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Schultz Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1932 and is 94 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 12.4% in OH)
Dam Length245 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage78 acre-ft
Normal Storage33 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,250 cfs
Year Completed1932 (94 years old)
NID IDOH00662

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: December 1, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

David White

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Schultz Lake Dam?

Schultz 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 Schultz Lake Dam?

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

When was Schultz Lake Dam built?

Schultz Lake Dam was completed in 1932, making it 94 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 Schultz Lake Dam?

Schultz 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 Schultz Lake Dam?

Schultz Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Schultz Lake Dam last inspected?

Schultz Lake Dam was last inspected on December 1, 2021. 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.