Ingram Mill
Key Takeaway
Ingram Mill is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1869 and is 157 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 24.3% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 17 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 615 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1869 (157 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00246 |
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
Banes, Adrain
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ingram Mill?
Ingram 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 Ingram Mill?
Ingram Mill is owned by Banes, Adrain (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ingram Mill built?
Ingram Mill was completed in 1869, making it 157 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 Ingram Mill?
Ingram Mill serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ingram Mill?
Ingram Mill 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 Ingram Mill last inspected?
Ingram Mill was last inspected on August 18, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.