Alan Wilcox

LITTLE LUNCH CREEK· Waushara, Wisconsin· Built 1963· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Alan Wilcox is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 45% in WI)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage250 acre-ft
Normal Storage65 acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge60 cfs
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDWI00458

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: September 18, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Alan D and Jane V Wilcox Revocable Trust;The Flowage, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Alan Wilcox?

Alan Wilcox 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 Alan Wilcox?

Alan Wilcox is owned by Alan D and Jane V Wilcox Revocable Trust;The Flowage, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Alan Wilcox built?

Alan Wilcox was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Alan Wilcox?

Alan Wilcox 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 Alan Wilcox?

Alan Wilcox 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 Alan Wilcox last inspected?

Alan Wilcox was last inspected on September 18, 2014. 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.