Fedler

TR WHITE CREEK· Adams, Wisconsin· Built 1979· Gravity· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Fedler is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 24.3% in WI)
Dam Length840 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage500 acre-ft
Normal Storage150 acre-ft
Surface Area95 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge150 cfs
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
NID IDWI00873

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: May 23, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

KLK H2O LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fedler?

Fedler 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 Fedler?

Fedler is owned by KLK H2O LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fedler built?

Fedler was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Fedler?

Fedler 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 Fedler?

Fedler has a dam height of 11 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 Fedler last inspected?

Fedler was last inspected on May 23, 2016. 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.