Fairchild
Key Takeaway
Fairchild is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | WI01073 |
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
Village of Fairchild
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fairchild?
Fairchild 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 Fairchild?
Fairchild is owned by Village of Fairchild (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fairchild built?
Fairchild was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Fairchild?
Fairchild 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 Fairchild?
Fairchild has a dam height of 9 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 Fairchild last inspected?
Fairchild was last inspected on September 24, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.