Lower Barr

U/N trib. S. Fk. Jump River· Price, Wisconsin· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Lower Barr is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 24.3% in WI)
Dam Length280 ft
Max Storage162 acre-ft
Normal Storage121 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
NID IDWI20055

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: No
Last Inspection: September 22, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Johnson, Jeffery and Kathryn

Private

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lower Barr?

Lower Barr 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 Lower Barr?

Lower Barr is owned by Johnson, Jeffery and Kathryn (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Lower Barr?

Lower Barr 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 Lower Barr last inspected?

Lower Barr was last inspected on September 22, 2017. 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.