Halverson
Key Takeaway
Halverson is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 90.3% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 270 cfs |
| NID ID | WI12278 |
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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What is the hazard classification of Halverson?
Halverson 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 Halverson?
Halverson is owned by Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Halverson?
Halverson 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 Halverson?
Halverson has a dam height of 37 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 Halverson last inspected?
Halverson was last inspected on November 19, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.