Liske #2
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 Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00900 |
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
Liske, Don
Private
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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.