Crex Meadows Dike 6

TR HAY CREEK· Burnett, Wisconsin· Built 1962· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Crex Meadows Dike 6 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 8 ft (taller than 5.5% in WI)
Dam Length738 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage200 acre-ft
Surface Area400 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge100 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDWI01133

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: October 25, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crex Meadows Dike 6?

Crex Meadows Dike 6 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 Crex Meadows Dike 6?

Crex Meadows Dike 6 is owned by Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Crex Meadows Dike 6 built?

Crex Meadows Dike 6 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 Crex Meadows Dike 6?

Crex Meadows Dike 6 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 Crex Meadows Dike 6?

Crex Meadows Dike 6 has a dam height of 8 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 Crex Meadows Dike 6 last inspected?

Crex Meadows Dike 6 was last inspected on October 25, 2013. 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.