Haymeadow Dam

HAYMEADOW CREEK· Forest, Wisconsin· Built 1956· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Haymeadow Dam is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 24.3% in WI)
Dam Length187 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage725 acre-ft
Surface Area75 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge172 cfs
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
NID IDWI00258

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: No
Last Inspection: July 31, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Haymeadow Dam?

Haymeadow Dam 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 Haymeadow Dam?

Haymeadow Dam is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Haymeadow Dam built?

Haymeadow Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Haymeadow Dam?

Haymeadow Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Haymeadow Dam?

Haymeadow Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Haymeadow Dam last inspected?

Haymeadow Dam was last inspected on July 31, 2019. 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.