Lindow
Key Takeaway
Lindow is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 64.9% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 255 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 110 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00475 |
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
Lindow, Gary
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lindow?
Lindow 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 Lindow?
Lindow is owned by Lindow, Gary (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lindow built?
Lindow was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Lindow?
Lindow serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lindow?
Lindow has a dam height of 22 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 Lindow last inspected?
Lindow was last inspected on October 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.