Clark County 16

HAY CREEK· Clark, Wisconsin· Built 1935· Gravity· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Clark County 16 is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 12% in WI)
Dam Length50 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area16 sq mi
Max Discharge687 cfs
Year Completed1935 (91 years old)
NID IDWI00534

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: April 18, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Clark County

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clark County 16?

Clark County 16 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 Clark County 16?

Clark County 16 is owned by Clark County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Clark County 16 built?

Clark County 16 was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Clark County 16?

Clark County 16 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Clark County 16?

Clark County 16 has a dam height of 9 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 Clark County 16 last inspected?

Clark County 16 was last inspected on April 18, 2012. 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.