Little Tamarack Flowage

Little Tamarack Creek· Vilas, Wisconsin· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Little Tamarack Flowage is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 17.3% in WI)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage2.0K acre-ft
Surface Area200 acres
Drainage Area25 sq mi
NID IDWI20051

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: Yes
Last Inspection: August 10, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Little Tamarack Flowage, Baker Spring Lake District

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Little Tamarack Flowage?

Little Tamarack Flowage 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 Tamarack Flowage?

Little Tamarack Flowage is owned by Little Tamarack Flowage, Baker Spring Lake District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Little Tamarack Flowage?

Little Tamarack Flowage 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 Tamarack Flowage last inspected?

Little Tamarack Flowage was last inspected on August 10, 2016. 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.