Forester Mueller Lumber Co

PINE CREEK· Forest, Wisconsin· Built 1890· Earth· 14 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Forester Mueller Lumber Co is classified as significant hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 40.1% in WI)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage3.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.2K acre-ft
Surface Area373 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge315 cfs
Year Completed1890 (136 years old)
NID IDWI00624

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: July 6, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Town Of Hiles

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Forester Mueller Lumber Co?

Forester Mueller Lumber Co is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Forester Mueller Lumber Co?

Forester Mueller Lumber Co is owned by Town Of Hiles (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Forester Mueller Lumber Co built?

Forester Mueller Lumber Co was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Forester Mueller Lumber Co?

Forester Mueller Lumber Co 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 Forester Mueller Lumber Co?

Forester Mueller Lumber Co has a dam height of 14 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 Forester Mueller Lumber Co last inspected?

Forester Mueller Lumber Co was last inspected on July 6, 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.