Dells Manor

SPRING BROOK· Sauk, Wisconsin· Built 1929· Gravity· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Dells Manor is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 69.1% in WI)
Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage460 acre-ft
Normal Storage258 acre-ft
Surface Area34 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge1,500 cfs
Year Completed1929 (97 years old)
NID IDWI00708

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: September 30, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Camp Chi

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dells Manor?

Dells Manor 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 Dells Manor?

Dells Manor is owned by Camp Chi (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dells Manor built?

Dells Manor was completed in 1929, making it 97 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 Dells Manor?

Dells Manor 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 Dells Manor?

Dells Manor has a dam height of 24 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 Dells Manor last inspected?

Dells Manor was last inspected on September 30, 2014. 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.