Keller

SOUTH BRANCH PIGEON RIVER· Waupaca, Wisconsin· Built 1938· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Keller is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 64.9% in WI)
Dam Length140 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage400 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area31 sq mi
Max Discharge1,150 cfs
Year Completed1938 (88 years old)
NID IDWI00091

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: Yes
Last Inspection: June 25, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Waupaca County

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Keller?

Keller 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 Keller?

Keller is owned by Waupaca County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Keller built?

Keller was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Keller?

Keller 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 Keller?

Keller has a dam height of 22 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 Keller last inspected?

Keller was last inspected on June 25, 2018. 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.