Chelsea Lake
Key Takeaway
Chelsea Lake is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 24.3% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 850 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 670 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 180 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00316 |
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
Taylor County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Chelsea Lake?
Chelsea Lake 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 Chelsea Lake?
Chelsea Lake is owned by Taylor County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chelsea Lake built?
Chelsea Lake 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 Chelsea Lake?
Chelsea Lake 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 Chelsea Lake?
Chelsea Lake 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 Chelsea Lake last inspected?
Chelsea Lake was last inspected on June 19, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.