Klein

Un Trib to Little Platte· Grant, Wisconsin· Built 1972· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Klein is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 79.3% in WI)
Dam Length370 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage40 acre-ft
Normal Storage8 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge75 cfs
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDWI01061

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: July 13, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Vision by the Lake

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Klein?

Klein 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 Klein?

Klein is owned by Vision by the Lake (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Klein built?

Klein was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Klein?

Klein 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 Klein?

Klein has a dam height of 29 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 Klein last inspected?

Klein was last inspected on July 13, 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.