Kalepp, Lloyd

TR-N.FORK POPLAR RIVER· Clark, Wisconsin· Built 1980· Earth· 12 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Kalepp, Lloyd is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 30.4% in WI)
Dam Length2,400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage99 acre-ft
Normal Storage45 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge16 cfs
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDWI00931

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: No
Last Inspection: October 5, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Kalepp Fish Farms

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kalepp, Lloyd?

Kalepp, Lloyd 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 Kalepp, Lloyd?

Kalepp, Lloyd is owned by Kalepp Fish Farms (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kalepp, Lloyd built?

Kalepp, Lloyd was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Kalepp, Lloyd?

Kalepp, Lloyd serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Kalepp, Lloyd?

Kalepp, Lloyd has a dam height of 12 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 Kalepp, Lloyd last inspected?

Kalepp, Lloyd was last inspected on October 5, 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.