Kalepp

TR LITTLE BLACK· Taylor, Wisconsin· Built 1975· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kalepp is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 24.3% in WI)
Dam Length523 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge50 cfs
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
NID IDWI00438

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?

Kalepp 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?

Kalepp is owned by KALEPP FISH FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kalepp built?

Kalepp was completed in 1975, making it 51 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?

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

How tall is Kalepp?

Kalepp 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 Kalepp last inspected?

Kalepp 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.