Cranberry Creek
Key Takeaway
Cranberry Creek is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 45% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 465 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00450 |
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
Price County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cranberry Creek?
Cranberry Creek 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 Cranberry Creek?
Cranberry Creek is owned by Price County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cranberry Creek built?
Cranberry Creek was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Cranberry Creek?
Cranberry Creek 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 Cranberry Creek?
Cranberry Creek has a dam height of 15 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 Cranberry Creek last inspected?
Cranberry Creek was last inspected on July 29, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.