Metz No.1

TR WOLF CREEK· Lafayette, Wisconsin· Built 1974· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Metz No.1 is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 73.4% in WI)
Dam Length725 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage79 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge110 cfs
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDWI00863

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: August 10, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Sever, Mirko

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Metz No.1?

Metz No.1 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 Metz No.1?

Metz No.1 is owned by Sever, Mirko (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Metz No.1 built?

Metz No.1 was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Metz No.1?

Metz No.1 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 Metz No.1?

Metz No.1 has a dam height of 26 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 Metz No.1 last inspected?

Metz No.1 was last inspected on August 10, 2010. 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.