Mill Creek 3
Key Takeaway
Mill Creek 3 is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 84.1% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 340 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00384 |
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
Richland County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mill Creek 3?
Mill Creek 3 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 Mill Creek 3?
Mill Creek 3 is owned by Richland County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mill Creek 3 built?
Mill Creek 3 was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Mill Creek 3?
Mill Creek 3 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mill Creek 3?
Mill Creek 3 has a dam height of 31 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 Mill Creek 3 last inspected?
Mill Creek 3 was last inspected on May 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.