Gallagher Flowage Controls
Key Takeaway
Gallagher Flowage Controls is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 17.3% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 20 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 470 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 700 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | WI01025 |
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 8 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Gallagher Flowage Controls?
Gallagher Flowage Controls 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 Gallagher Flowage Controls?
Gallagher Flowage Controls 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 Gallagher Flowage Controls built?
Gallagher Flowage Controls was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Gallagher Flowage Controls?
Gallagher Flowage Controls serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gallagher Flowage Controls?
Gallagher Flowage Controls 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 Gallagher Flowage Controls last inspected?
Gallagher Flowage Controls was last inspected on October 21, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.