Hustisford

ROCK· Dodge, Wisconsin· Built 1845· Gravity· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Hustisford is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1845 and is 181 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 24.3% in WI)
Dam Length225 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage18.7K acre-ft
Normal Storage13.0K acre-ft
Surface Area2,855 acres
Drainage Area509 sq mi
Max Discharge6,760 cfs
Year Completed1845 (181 years old)
NID IDWI00254

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: May 29, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Village of Hustisford

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hustisford?

Hustisford 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 Hustisford?

Hustisford is owned by Village of Hustisford (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hustisford built?

Hustisford was completed in 1845, making it 181 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 Hustisford?

Hustisford 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 Hustisford?

Hustisford 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 Hustisford last inspected?

Hustisford was last inspected on May 29, 2013. 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.