Eyk

Tributary to Moose Ear Creek· Barron, Wisconsin· Built 1965· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Eyk 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 13 ft (taller than 35.2% in WI)
Dam Length780 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge10 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDWI00484

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: October 12, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Tessendorf, John

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eyk?

Eyk 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 Eyk?

Eyk is owned by Tessendorf, John (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Eyk built?

Eyk 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 Eyk?

Eyk 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 Eyk?

Eyk has a dam height of 13 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 Eyk last inspected?

Eyk was last inspected on October 12, 2021. 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.