Shore Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Stroman Lake Dam Runkle Farm Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Shore Lake Dam, located in Millerstown, Ohio, is a privately owned earth dam built in 1964 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 18.3 feet and a length of 200 feet, the dam holds a storage capacity of 36.1 acre-feet, providing water for the 5.6-acre surface area and serving as a popular spot for outdoor activities. However, recent inspections have raised concerns about its condition, as it has been rated as poor with a significant hazard potential.
Managed by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, the dam is state regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite its current condition assessment, efforts are being made to improve its risk management measures and emergency preparedness. With its proximity to Nettle Creek and its drainage area of 0.11 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience in the Champaign County area. Enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate change will find Shore Lake Dam to be a significant structure worth monitoring and supporting for sustainable development.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
18.3 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO NETTLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.11 |
Nid Storage |
36.1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
18 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Shore Lake Dam