Easton

CAMPBELL CREEK· Adams, Wisconsin· Built 1855· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Easton is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1855 and is 171 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 60.1% in WI)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage305 acre-ft
Normal Storage130 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Drainage Area18 sq mi
Max Discharge1,020 cfs
Year Completed1855 (171 years old)
NID IDWI00093

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: July 9, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Adams County

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Easton?

Easton 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 Easton?

Easton is owned by Adams County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Easton built?

Easton was completed in 1855, making it 171 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 Easton?

Easton 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 Easton?

Easton has a dam height of 20 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 Easton last inspected?

Easton was last inspected on July 9, 2015. 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.