Doering

WEDLER CREEK· Lincoln, Wisconsin· Built 1964· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Doering 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 18 ft (taller than 55.3% in WI)
Dam Length480 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage92 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge78 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDWI01127

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: May 21, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Doering Enterprises LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Doering?

Doering 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 Doering?

Doering is owned by Doering Enterprises LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Doering built?

Doering 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 Doering?

Doering 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 Doering?

Doering has a dam height of 18 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 Doering last inspected?

Doering was last inspected on May 21, 2019. 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.