Kallstrom Mercer Group

BEARPEN COULEE CREEK· Pepin, Wisconsin· Built 1967· Earth· 35 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Kallstrom Mercer Group is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 88.5% in WI)
Dam Length370 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage49 acre-ft
Normal Storage7 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge70 cfs
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDWI00551

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: December 2, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Baecker, Gregory

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kallstrom Mercer Group?

Kallstrom Mercer Group 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 Kallstrom Mercer Group?

Kallstrom Mercer Group is owned by Baecker, Gregory (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kallstrom Mercer Group built?

Kallstrom Mercer Group was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Kallstrom Mercer Group?

Kallstrom Mercer Group 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 Kallstrom Mercer Group?

Kallstrom Mercer Group has a dam height of 35 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 Kallstrom Mercer Group last inspected?

Kallstrom Mercer Group was last inspected on December 2, 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.