Lynch Creek No 5

LYNCH CREEK· Sawyer, Wisconsin· Built 2006· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Lynch Creek No 5 is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 17.3% in WI)
Dam Length210 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge60 cfs
Year Completed2006 (20 years old)
NID IDWI00952

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: July 31, 2012
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lynch Creek No 5?

Lynch Creek No 5 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 Lynch Creek No 5?

Lynch Creek No 5 is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lynch Creek No 5 built?

Lynch Creek No 5 was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Lynch Creek No 5?

Lynch Creek No 5 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lynch Creek No 5?

Lynch Creek No 5 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 Lynch Creek No 5 last inspected?

Lynch Creek No 5 was last inspected on July 31, 2012. 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.