Dell Creek
Key Takeaway
Dell Creek is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 81.6% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 267 acres |
| Drainage Area | 80 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,870 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00055 |
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
Village Of Lake Delton
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dell Creek?
Dell 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 Dell Creek?
Dell Creek is owned by Village Of Lake Delton (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dell Creek built?
Dell Creek was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 Dell Creek?
Dell 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 Dell Creek?
Dell Creek has a dam height of 30 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 Dell Creek last inspected?
Dell Creek was last inspected on June 15, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.