Little Green Lake Outlet
Key Takeaway
Little Green Lake Outlet is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 24.3% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 466 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 75 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | WI10167 |
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
Little Green Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little Green Lake Outlet?
Little Green Lake Outlet 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 Little Green Lake Outlet?
Little Green Lake Outlet is owned by Little Green Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Green Lake Outlet built?
Little Green Lake Outlet was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Little Green Lake Outlet?
Little Green Lake Outlet 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 Little Green Lake Outlet?
Little Green Lake Outlet has a dam height of 11 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 Little Green Lake Outlet last inspected?
Little Green Lake Outlet was last inspected on June 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.