Campbell

Tributary to Main Creek· Rusk, Wisconsin· Built 1962· Earth· 13 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Campbell is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 35.2% in WI)
Dam Length480 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage134 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area18 sq mi
Max Discharge346 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDWI00555

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: No
Last Inspection: October 20, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Zimmer, Chris

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Campbell?

Campbell 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 Campbell?

Campbell is owned by Zimmer, Chris (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Campbell built?

Campbell was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Campbell?

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

How tall is Campbell?

Campbell has a dam height of 13 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 Campbell last inspected?

Campbell was last inspected on October 20, 2011. 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.