Droster,Elmer

TR-SUGAR CREEK· Walworth, Wisconsin· Built 1965· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Droster,Elmer is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 77.3% in WI)
Dam Length520 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage40 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge180 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDWI00997

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 18, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

SUGAR CREEK PRESERVE, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Droster,Elmer?

Droster,Elmer 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 Droster,Elmer?

Droster,Elmer is owned by SUGAR CREEK PRESERVE, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Droster,Elmer built?

Droster,Elmer was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Droster,Elmer?

Droster,Elmer 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 Droster,Elmer?

Droster,Elmer has a dam height of 28 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 Droster,Elmer last inspected?

Droster,Elmer was last inspected on September 18, 2020. 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.