Kert Creek 6
Key Takeaway
Kert Creek 6 is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 17.3% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 52 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 25 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 976 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00594 |
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
Wood County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kert Creek 6?
Kert Creek 6 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 Kert Creek 6?
Kert Creek 6 is owned by Wood County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kert Creek 6 built?
Kert Creek 6 was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Kert Creek 6?
Kert Creek 6 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kert Creek 6?
Kert Creek 6 has a dam height of 10 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 Kert Creek 6 last inspected?
Kert Creek 6 was last inspected on October 20, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.