Coon Creek 35

TR COON CREEK· La Crosse, Wisconsin· Built 1962· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Coon Creek 35 is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 84.1% in WI)
Dam Length575 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage109 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge130 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDWI00366

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: Yes
Last Inspection: June 5, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

La Crosse County

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Coon Creek 35?

Coon Creek 35 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 Coon Creek 35?

Coon Creek 35 is owned by La Crosse County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Coon Creek 35 built?

Coon Creek 35 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 Coon Creek 35?

Coon Creek 35 serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Coon Creek 35?

Coon Creek 35 has a dam height of 31 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 Coon Creek 35 last inspected?

Coon Creek 35 was last inspected on June 5, 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.