French Creek Wildlife Refuge
Key Takeaway
French Creek Wildlife Refuge is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 17.3% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 800 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 109 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00696 |
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
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State Government
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Low Hazard 14 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of French Creek Wildlife Refuge?
French Creek Wildlife Refuge 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 French Creek Wildlife Refuge?
French Creek Wildlife Refuge is owned by Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was French Creek Wildlife Refuge built?
French Creek Wildlife Refuge was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 French Creek Wildlife Refuge?
French Creek Wildlife Refuge 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 French Creek Wildlife Refuge?
French Creek Wildlife Refuge 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 French Creek Wildlife Refuge last inspected?
French Creek Wildlife Refuge was last inspected on September 20, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.