Harrison

NORTH BRANCH PINE CREEK· Lincoln, Wisconsin· Built 1939· Gravity· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Harrison is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 30.4% in WI)
Dam Length340 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage1.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage550 acre-ft
Surface Area206 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge1,675 cfs
Year Completed1939 (87 years old)
NID IDWI00271

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: July 17, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Lincoln County - Forestry, Land & Parks Department

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Harrison?

Harrison 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 Harrison?

Harrison is owned by Lincoln County - Forestry, Land & Parks Department (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Harrison built?

Harrison was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Harrison?

Harrison 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 Harrison?

Harrison has a dam height of 12 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 Harrison last inspected?

Harrison was last inspected on July 17, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.