Hay Creek
Key Takeaway
Hay Creek is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.5% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 64 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 167 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00629 |
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 Hay Creek?
Hay Creek 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 Hay Creek?
Hay Creek 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 Hay Creek built?
Hay Creek was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Hay Creek?
Hay Creek 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 Hay Creek?
Hay Creek has a dam height of 8 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 Hay Creek last inspected?
Hay Creek was last inspected on June 5, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.