Lake of The Falls
Key Takeaway
Lake of The Falls is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1895 and is 131 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 30.4% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 338 acres |
| Drainage Area | 136 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,303 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1895 (131 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00618 |
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
Iron County - Forestry & Parks Department
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake of The Falls?
Lake of The Falls 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 of The Falls?
Lake of The Falls is owned by Iron County - Forestry & Parks Department (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake of The Falls built?
Lake of The Falls was completed in 1895, making it 131 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 of The Falls?
Lake of The Falls 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 Lake of The Falls?
Lake of The Falls has a dam height of 12 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 of The Falls last inspected?
Lake of The Falls was last inspected on October 8, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.