Liske #2

TR-E.BRANCH OF LITTLE BLACK R· Taylor, Wisconsin· Built 1978· Earth· 23 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Liske #2 is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 67% in WI)
Dam Length1,200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage114 acre-ft
Normal Storage57 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge3 cfs
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDWI00900

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: June 19, 2008
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Liske, Don

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Liske #2?

Liske #2 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 Liske #2?

Liske #2 is owned by Liske, Don (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Liske #2 built?

Liske #2 was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Liske #2?

Liske #2 serves the following purposes: 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 Liske #2?

Liske #2 has a dam height of 23 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 Liske #2 last inspected?

Liske #2 was last inspected on June 19, 2008. 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.