Crex Meadows Phantom Lake Dev

TR HAY CREEK· Burnett, Wisconsin· Built 1962· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Crex Meadows Phantom Lake Dev 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 14 ft (taller than 40.1% in WI)
Dam Length50 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage12.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage3.7K acre-ft
Surface Area2,200 acres
Drainage Area694 sq mi
Max Discharge420 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDWI00695

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: April 27, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crex Meadows Phantom Lake Dev?

Crex Meadows Phantom Lake Dev 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 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 14 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.

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.