Bohn

Outlet of Fountain Lake· Polk, Wisconsin· Built 1963· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Bohn is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 30.4% in WI)
Dam Length160 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage130 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge120 cfs
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDWI00507

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: Yes
Last Inspection: January 21, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Wahoo Ranch, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bohn?

Bohn 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 Bohn?

Bohn is owned by Wahoo Ranch, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bohn built?

Bohn 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 Bohn?

Bohn serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bohn?

Bohn 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 Bohn last inspected?

Bohn was last inspected on January 21, 2020. 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.