Bischel
Key Takeaway
Bischel is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1850 and is 176 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 30.4% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 18 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 630 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1850 (176 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00330 |
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
Town Of Ottawa
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bischel?
Bischel 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 Bischel?
Bischel is owned by Town Of Ottawa (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bischel built?
Bischel was completed in 1850, making it 176 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 Bischel?
Bischel 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 Bischel?
Bischel has a dam height of 12 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 Bischel last inspected?
Bischel was last inspected on July 31, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.