Glenbeulah
Key Takeaway
Glenbeulah is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1860 and is 166 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 40.1% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 46 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 247 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1860 (166 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00200 |
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
VILLAGE OF GLENBEULAH
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Glenbeulah?
Glenbeulah 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 Glenbeulah?
Glenbeulah is owned by VILLAGE OF GLENBEULAH (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glenbeulah built?
Glenbeulah was completed in 1860, making it 166 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 Glenbeulah?
Glenbeulah 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 Glenbeulah?
Glenbeulah 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 Glenbeulah last inspected?
Glenbeulah was last inspected on August 10, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.