Alpine Lake
Key Takeaway
Alpine Lake is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 70.9% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 950 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 80 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 110 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00059 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Waushara County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Alpine Lake?
Alpine Lake 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 Alpine Lake?
Alpine Lake is owned by Waushara County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Alpine Lake built?
Alpine Lake was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Alpine Lake?
Alpine Lake 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 Alpine Lake?
Alpine Lake 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 Alpine Lake last inspected?
Alpine Lake was last inspected on November 13, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.