Ghost Lake
Key Takeaway
Ghost Lake is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1924 and is 102 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 53.1% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 418 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 372 acres |
| Drainage Area | 22 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1924 (102 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00194 |
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
Town Of Spider Lake
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Ghost Lake?
Ghost Lake 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 Ghost Lake?
Ghost Lake is owned by Town Of Spider Lake (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ghost Lake built?
Ghost Lake was completed in 1924, making it 102 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 Ghost Lake?
Ghost Lake 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 Ghost Lake?
Ghost Lake has a dam height of 17 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 Ghost Lake last inspected?
Ghost Lake was last inspected on July 19, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.