Jobes
Key Takeaway
Jobes is classified as high hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 48.8% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 285 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 8.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,237 acres |
| Drainage Area | 216 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00179 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Price County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jobes?
Jobes is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Jobes?
Jobes is owned by Price County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jobes built?
Jobes was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Jobes?
Jobes 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 Jobes?
Jobes has a dam height of 16 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 Jobes last inspected?
Jobes was last inspected on October 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.