High Hopes
Key Takeaway
High Hopes is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 60.1% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00966 |
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
High Hopes Hunting Lodge
Private
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What is the hazard classification of High Hopes?
High Hopes 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 High Hopes?
High Hopes is owned by High Hopes Hunting Lodge (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was High Hopes built?
High Hopes was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 High Hopes?
High Hopes serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is High Hopes?
High Hopes has a dam height of 20 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 High Hopes last inspected?
High Hopes was last inspected on October 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.