Huffman Brothers
Key Takeaway
Huffman Brothers 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 | 29 ft (taller than 79.3% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 24 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00887 |
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
Scott, Otis
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Huffman Brothers?
Huffman Brothers 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 Huffman Brothers?
Huffman Brothers is owned by Scott, Otis (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Huffman Brothers built?
Huffman Brothers 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 Huffman Brothers?
Huffman Brothers serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Huffman Brothers?
Huffman Brothers has a dam height of 29 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 Huffman Brothers last inspected?
Huffman Brothers was last inspected on October 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.