Hickerson Roller Mill

WOOD· Burnett, Wisconsin· Built 1864· Gravity· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Hickerson Roller Mill is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1864 and is 162 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 35.2% in WI)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area152 sq mi
Max Discharge4,740 cfs
Year Completed1864 (162 years old)
NID IDWI00241

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: April 29, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Village Of Grantsburg

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hickerson Roller Mill?

Hickerson Roller Mill 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 Hickerson Roller Mill?

Hickerson Roller Mill is owned by Village Of Grantsburg (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hickerson Roller Mill built?

Hickerson Roller Mill was completed in 1864, making it 162 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 Hickerson Roller Mill?

Hickerson Roller Mill 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 Hickerson Roller Mill?

Hickerson Roller Mill has a dam height of 13 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 Hickerson Roller Mill last inspected?

Hickerson Roller Mill was last inspected on April 29, 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.