Kristine Lake
Key Takeaway
Kristine Lake is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 35.2% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 980 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 146 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00185 |
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
LAKE OWNERS' ASSOC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kristine Lake?
Kristine Lake 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 Kristine Lake?
Kristine Lake is owned by LAKE OWNERS' ASSOC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kristine Lake built?
Kristine Lake was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Kristine Lake?
Kristine Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kristine Lake?
Kristine Lake has a dam height of 13 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 Kristine Lake last inspected?
Kristine Lake was last inspected on May 20, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.