Atlas Feed Mill
Key Takeaway
Atlas Feed Mill is classified as significant hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1874 and is 152 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 40.1% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 92 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 153 acres |
| Drainage Area | 45 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,823 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1874 (152 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00173 |
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
Polk County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Atlas Feed Mill?
Atlas Feed Mill 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 Atlas Feed Mill?
Atlas Feed Mill is owned by Polk County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Atlas Feed Mill built?
Atlas Feed Mill was completed in 1874, making it 152 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 Atlas Feed Mill?
Atlas Feed Mill serves the following purposes: Recreation, Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Atlas Feed Mill?
Atlas Feed Mill has a dam height of 14 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 Atlas Feed Mill last inspected?
Atlas Feed Mill was last inspected on November 5, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.