Shreve Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Shreve Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 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 | 25 ft (taller than 42.1% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 855 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 177 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 59 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,588 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00436 |
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
ODNR, Division of Wildlife
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Shreve Lake Dam?
Shreve Lake Dam 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 Shreve Lake Dam?
Shreve Lake Dam is owned by ODNR, Division of Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shreve Lake Dam built?
Shreve Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Shreve Lake Dam?
Shreve 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 Shreve Lake Dam?
Shreve 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 Shreve Lake Dam last inspected?
Shreve Lake Dam was last inspected on November 7, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.