Shangri-La Ski Club Lake Dam

GRAND RIVER· Geauga, Ohio· Built 1956· Earth· 25 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Shangri-La Ski Club Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. 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 Length440 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage277 acre-ft
Normal Storage168 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Drainage Area11 sq mi
Max Discharge2,227 cfs
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
NID IDOH00356

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: October 26, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Rod & Pam Zeigler

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Shangri-La Ski Club Lake Dam?

Shangri-La Ski Club Lake 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 Shangri-La Ski Club Lake Dam?

Shangri-La Ski Club Lake Dam is owned by Rod & Pam Zeigler (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Shangri-La Ski Club Lake Dam built?

Shangri-La Ski Club Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Shangri-La Ski Club Lake Dam?

Shangri-La Ski Club 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 Shangri-La Ski Club Lake Dam?

Shangri-La Ski Club Lake 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 Shangri-La Ski Club Lake Dam last inspected?

Shangri-La Ski Club Lake Dam was last inspected on October 26, 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.