Bad Axe 2
Key Takeaway
Bad Axe 2 is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 84.1% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 745 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 469 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 182 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00409 |
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
Vernon County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bad Axe 2?
Bad Axe 2 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 Bad Axe 2?
Bad Axe 2 is owned by Vernon County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bad Axe 2 built?
Bad Axe 2 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Bad Axe 2?
Bad Axe 2 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bad Axe 2?
Bad Axe 2 has a dam height of 31 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 Bad Axe 2 last inspected?
Bad Axe 2 was last inspected on March 19, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.