Cruson Slough

TR-WISCONSIN RIVER· Richland, Wisconsin· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Cruson Slough is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 1% in WI)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage260 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area80 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge90 cfs
NID IDWI01121

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: November 22, 2021
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 Cruson Slough?

Cruson Slough 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 Cruson Slough?

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

What is the primary purpose of Cruson Slough?

Cruson Slough 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 Cruson Slough?

Cruson Slough has a dam height of 7 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 Cruson Slough last inspected?

Cruson Slough was last inspected on November 22, 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.