Centralia
Key Takeaway
Centralia is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1887 and is 139 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 81.6% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 1,325 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 250 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5,400 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 36,030 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1887 (139 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00816 |
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
Domtar Wisconsin Dam Corp
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Centralia?
Centralia 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 Centralia?
Centralia is owned by Domtar Wisconsin Dam Corp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Centralia built?
Centralia was completed in 1887, making it 139 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 Centralia?
Centralia serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Centralia?
Centralia has a dam height of 30 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 Centralia last inspected?
Centralia was last inspected on September 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.