Boltonville
Key Takeaway
Boltonville is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1848 and is 178 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 30.4% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1848 (178 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00327 |
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
BOLTONVILLE SPORTSMEN CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Boltonville?
Boltonville 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 Boltonville?
Boltonville is owned by BOLTONVILLE SPORTSMEN CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boltonville built?
Boltonville was completed in 1848, making it 178 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 Boltonville?
Boltonville 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 Boltonville?
Boltonville 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 Boltonville last inspected?
Boltonville was last inspected on November 20, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.