Little Sand Lake 1
Key Takeaway
Little Sand Lake 1 is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 17.3% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 94 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 80 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00928 |
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
Barron County
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little Sand Lake 1?
Little Sand Lake 1 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 Sand Lake 1?
Little Sand Lake 1 is owned by Barron County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Sand Lake 1 built?
Little Sand Lake 1 was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Sand Lake 1?
Little Sand Lake 1 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little Sand Lake 1?
Little Sand Lake 1 has a dam height of 10 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 Sand Lake 1 last inspected?
Little Sand Lake 1 was last inspected on September 30, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.