Eagle Lake
Key Takeaway
Eagle Lake is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1917 and is 109 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.5% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 3.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 515 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 690 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1917 (109 years old) |
| NID ID | WI01114 |
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
Racine County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Eagle Lake?
Eagle Lake 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 Eagle Lake?
Eagle Lake is owned by Racine County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eagle Lake built?
Eagle Lake was completed in 1917, making it 109 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 Eagle Lake?
Eagle Lake 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 Eagle Lake?
Eagle Lake has a dam height of 8 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 Eagle Lake last inspected?
Eagle Lake was last inspected on October 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.