Hartman Creek Number Five

HARTMAN CREEK· Waupaca, Wisconsin· Built 1931· Gravity· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Other State Government

Key Takeaway

Hartman Creek Number Five is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1931 and is 95 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 40.1% in WI)
Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge665 cfs
Year Completed1931 (95 years old)
NID IDWI00230

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: October 14, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hartman Creek Number Five?

Hartman Creek Number Five 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 Hartman Creek Number Five?

Hartman Creek Number Five 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 Hartman Creek Number Five built?

Hartman Creek Number Five was completed in 1931, making it 95 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 Hartman Creek Number Five?

Hartman Creek Number Five 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 Hartman Creek Number Five?

Hartman Creek Number Five 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 Hartman Creek Number Five last inspected?

Hartman Creek Number Five was last inspected on October 14, 2021. 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.