Ingram Mill

JENNINGS CREEK· Columbia, Wisconsin· Built 1869· Gravity· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Other Private

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 Length220 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area33 acres
Drainage Area17 sq mi
Max Discharge615 cfs
Year Completed1869 (157 years old)
NID IDWI00246

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: August 18, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Banes, Adrain

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.