Shangri-La Ski Club Lake Dam
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 Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 277 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,227 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00356 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Rod & Pam Zeigler
Private
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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.