Cedarburg Woolen Mill
Key Takeaway
Cedarburg Woolen Mill is classified as significant hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1864 and is 162 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 55.3% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 130 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 119 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1864 (162 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00168 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City Of Cedarburg
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cedarburg Woolen Mill?
Cedarburg Woolen Mill is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Cedarburg Woolen Mill?
Cedarburg Woolen Mill is owned by City Of Cedarburg (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedarburg Woolen Mill built?
Cedarburg Woolen Mill was completed in 1864, making it 162 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 Cedarburg Woolen Mill?
Cedarburg Woolen Mill 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 Cedarburg Woolen Mill?
Cedarburg Woolen Mill has a dam height of 18 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 Cedarburg Woolen Mill last inspected?
Cedarburg Woolen Mill was last inspected on June 22, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.