Little Yellow 9
Key Takeaway
Little Yellow 9 is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 48 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 675 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | WI01012 |
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
Not Listed
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Low Hazard 8 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little Yellow 9?
Little Yellow 9 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 9?
Little Yellow 9 is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Yellow 9 built?
Little Yellow 9 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 9?
Little Yellow 9 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 Yellow 9?
Little Yellow 9 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.