Kettle Moraine Estates Corp
Key Takeaway
Kettle Moraine Estates Corp is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 48.8% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00986 |
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
Pautz, Michael
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kettle Moraine Estates Corp?
Kettle Moraine Estates Corp 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 Kettle Moraine Estates Corp?
Kettle Moraine Estates Corp is owned by Pautz, Michael (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kettle Moraine Estates Corp built?
Kettle Moraine Estates Corp was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Kettle Moraine Estates Corp?
Kettle Moraine Estates Corp 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 Kettle Moraine Estates Corp?
Kettle Moraine Estates Corp has a dam height of 16 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 Kettle Moraine Estates Corp last inspected?
Kettle Moraine Estates Corp was last inspected on October 11, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.