Lamers Pond

DUTCHMANS CREEK TRIBUTARY· Brown, Wisconsin· Earth· 20 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Lamers Pond is classified as high hazard in Wisconsin. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 60.1% in WI)
Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage71 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge340 cfs
NID IDWI01231

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 3, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Village Of Ashwaubenon

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lamers Pond?

Lamers Pond is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lamers Pond?

Lamers Pond is owned by Village Of Ashwaubenon (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lamers Pond?

Lamers Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lamers Pond?

Lamers Pond has a dam height of 20 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 Lamers Pond last inspected?

Lamers Pond was last inspected on August 3, 2021. 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.