Miscauno Pond
Key Takeaway
Miscauno Pond is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 30.4% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 40 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 182 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | WI01045 |
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
Pembine Miscauno Pond Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Miscauno Pond?
Miscauno Pond 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 Miscauno Pond?
Miscauno Pond is owned by Pembine Miscauno Pond Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Miscauno Pond built?
Miscauno Pond was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Miscauno Pond?
Miscauno Pond 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 Miscauno Pond?
Miscauno Pond has a dam height of 12 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 Miscauno Pond last inspected?
Miscauno Pond was last inspected on May 25, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.