Hickerson Roller Mill
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 Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 152 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,740 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1864 (162 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00241 |
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
Village Of Grantsburg
Local Government
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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.