Dexterville
Key Takeaway
Dexterville is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 75.9% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 1,975 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 298 acres |
| Drainage Area | 210 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 24,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00659 |
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
Wood County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dexterville?
Dexterville 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 Dexterville?
Dexterville is owned by Wood County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dexterville built?
Dexterville was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Dexterville?
Dexterville 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 Dexterville?
Dexterville has a dam height of 27 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 Dexterville last inspected?
Dexterville was last inspected on October 22, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.