Borg
Key Takeaway
Borg is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 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 | 21.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,072 acres |
| Drainage Area | 36 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 970 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00702 |
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 Delavan
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Borg?
Borg 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 Borg?
Borg is owned by Town Of Delavan (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Borg built?
Borg was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Borg?
Borg 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 Borg?
Borg 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 Borg last inspected?
Borg was last inspected on October 5, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.