Monches
Key Takeaway
Monches is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1844 and is 182 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 40.1% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 33 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 823 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1844 (182 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00335 |
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
North Lake Management District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Monches?
Monches 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 Monches?
Monches is owned by North Lake Management District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Monches built?
Monches was completed in 1844, making it 182 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 Monches?
Monches 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 Monches?
Monches has a dam height of 14 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 Monches last inspected?
Monches was last inspected on July 18, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.