Kallstrom Mercer Group
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 Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 70 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00551 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Baecker, Gregory
Private
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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.