Mauston
Key Takeaway
Mauston is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1919 and is 107 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 40.1% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 292 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 360 acres |
| Drainage Area | 569 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,135 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1919 (107 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00266 |
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
City of Mauston
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mauston?
Mauston 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 Mauston?
Mauston is owned by City of Mauston (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mauston built?
Mauston was completed in 1919, making it 107 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 Mauston?
Mauston 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 Mauston?
Mauston has a dam height of 14 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 Mauston last inspected?
Mauston was last inspected on September 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.