Crex Meadows Phantom Lake Dev
Key Takeaway
Crex Meadows Phantom Lake Dev is classified as high hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.5% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 50 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 15.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,200 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 560 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00694 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Crex Meadows Phantom Lake Dev?
Crex Meadows Phantom Lake Dev is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Crex Meadows Phantom Lake Dev?
Crex Meadows Phantom Lake Dev 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 Phantom Lake Dev built?
Crex Meadows Phantom Lake Dev 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 Phantom Lake Dev?
Crex Meadows Phantom Lake Dev 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 Phantom Lake Dev?
Crex Meadows Phantom Lake Dev 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 Phantom Lake Dev last inspected?
Crex Meadows Phantom Lake Dev was last inspected on April 27, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.