Borge
Key Takeaway
Borge is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 70.9% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 40 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00432 |
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
Manitoumie Partnership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Borge?
Borge 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 Borge?
Borge is owned by Manitoumie Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Borge built?
Borge was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Borge?
Borge 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 Borge?
Borge has a dam height of 25 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 Borge last inspected?
Borge was last inspected on October 19, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.