Carl
Key Takeaway
Carl is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 24.3% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00991 |
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
Bye, Chuck;Olson, Kjellrun
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carl?
Carl 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 Carl?
Carl is owned by Bye, Chuck;Olson, Kjellrun (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carl built?
Carl was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Carl?
Carl 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 Carl?
Carl has a dam height of 11 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 Carl last inspected?
Carl was last inspected on June 26, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.