Leland

NORTH BRANCH HONEY CREEK· Sauk, Wisconsin· Built 1870· Gravity· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Leland is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1870 and is 156 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 40.1% in WI)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area20 sq mi
Max Discharge792 cfs
Year Completed1870 (156 years old)
NID IDWI00191

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: Yes
Last Inspection: July 17, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Honey Creek Rod and Gun Club

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Leland?

Leland 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 Leland?

Leland is owned by Honey Creek Rod and Gun Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Leland built?

Leland was completed in 1870, making it 156 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 Leland?

Leland 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 Leland?

Leland has a dam height of 14 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 Leland last inspected?

Leland was last inspected on July 17, 2017. 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.