Mcmillan Marsh

LITTLE EAU PLEINE· Marathon, Wisconsin· Built 1971· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Other State Government

Key Takeaway

Mcmillan Marsh is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 24.3% in WI)
Dam Length7,900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage4.9K acre-ft
Normal Storage2.8K acre-ft
Surface Area690 acres
Drainage Area50 sq mi
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDWI00881

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: Yes
Last Inspection: November 3, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mcmillan Marsh?

Mcmillan Marsh 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 Mcmillan Marsh?

Mcmillan Marsh is owned by Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mcmillan Marsh built?

Mcmillan Marsh was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Mcmillan Marsh?

Mcmillan Marsh serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mcmillan Marsh?

Mcmillan Marsh 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 Mcmillan Marsh last inspected?

Mcmillan Marsh was last inspected on November 3, 2020. 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.