Lower Lost Lake
Key Takeaway
Lower Lost Lake is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 248 acres |
| Drainage Area | 23 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 143 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00692 |
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
Town Of Webb Lake
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Lost Lake?
Lower Lost Lake 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 Lost Lake?
Lower Lost Lake is owned by Town Of Webb Lake (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Lost Lake built?
Lower Lost Lake was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Lower Lost Lake?
Lower Lost Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lower Lost Lake?
Lower Lost Lake 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.
When was Lower Lost Lake last inspected?
Lower Lost Lake was last inspected on December 6, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.