Lake Owen Outlet

LONG LAKE BRANCH· Bayfield, Wisconsin· Built 1936· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Lake Owen Outlet is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 12% in WI)
Dam Length50 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage4.9K acre-ft
Normal Storage4.2K acre-ft
Surface Area1,050 acres
Drainage Area13 sq mi
Max Discharge60 cfs
Year Completed1936 (90 years old)
NID IDWI00822

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 19, 2012
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Owen Outlet?

Lake Owen Outlet 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 Owen Outlet?

Lake Owen Outlet is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Owen Outlet built?

Lake Owen Outlet was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Owen Outlet?

Lake Owen Outlet 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 Owen Outlet?

Lake Owen Outlet has a dam height of 9 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 Owen Outlet last inspected?

Lake Owen Outlet was last inspected on July 19, 2012. 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.