Meyer, Patrick J
Key Takeaway
Meyer, Patrick J is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 69.1% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 75 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00876 |
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
Strama, Dale
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meyer, Patrick J?
Meyer, Patrick J 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 Meyer, Patrick J?
Meyer, Patrick J is owned by Strama, Dale (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meyer, Patrick J built?
Meyer, Patrick J was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Meyer, Patrick J?
Meyer, Patrick J 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 Meyer, Patrick J?
Meyer, Patrick J has a dam height of 24 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 Meyer, Patrick J last inspected?
Meyer, Patrick J was last inspected on November 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.