Burnt Rollways
Key Takeaway
Burnt Rollways is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1907 and is 119 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 48.8% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 297 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 103.9K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 142 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,631 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1907 (119 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00764 |
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
Wisconsin Valley Improvement Company
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Burnt Rollways?
Burnt Rollways 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 Burnt Rollways?
Burnt Rollways is owned by Wisconsin Valley Improvement Company (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burnt Rollways built?
Burnt Rollways was completed in 1907, making it 119 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 Burnt Rollways?
Burnt Rollways serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Burnt Rollways?
Burnt Rollways has a dam height of 16 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 Burnt Rollways last inspected?
Burnt Rollways was last inspected on June 13, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.