Figor
Key Takeaway
Figor is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1855 and is 171 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 17.3% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Drainage Area | 37 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,235 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1855 (171 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00247 |
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
Jerry and Kristie Harvey
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Figor?
Figor 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 Figor?
Figor is owned by Jerry and Kristie Harvey (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Figor built?
Figor 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 Figor?
Figor serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Figor?
Figor has a dam height of 10 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 Figor last inspected?
Figor was last inspected on July 2, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.