Lake Hallie
Key Takeaway
Lake Hallie is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 67% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 650 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 489 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 84 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 148 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00065 |
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
Village Of Lake Hallie
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Hallie?
Lake Hallie 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 Lake Hallie?
Lake Hallie is owned by Village Of Lake Hallie (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Hallie built?
Lake Hallie was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Lake Hallie?
Lake Hallie serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Hallie?
Lake Hallie has a dam height of 23 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 Lake Hallie last inspected?
Lake Hallie was last inspected on June 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.