Little Yellow 19
Key Takeaway
Little Yellow 19 is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 5,330 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 578 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00577 |
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
U.S. Department of the Interior
Federal Government
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Low Hazard 8 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little Yellow 19?
Little Yellow 19 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 Yellow 19?
Little Yellow 19 is owned by U.S. Department of the Interior (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Yellow 19 built?
Little Yellow 19 was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Yellow 19?
Little Yellow 19 serves the following purposes: Recreation, Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little Yellow 19?
Little Yellow 19 has a dam height of 9 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.