Mott

TR-WHEAT HOLLOW CREEK· Richland, Wisconsin· Built 1971· Earth· 29 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Mott is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 79.3% in WI)
Dam Length370 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage20 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge45 cfs
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDWI01154

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 4, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Mott, Ervin

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mott?

Mott 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 Mott?

Mott is owned by Mott, Ervin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mott built?

Mott was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Mott?

Mott serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mott?

Mott has a dam height of 29 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 Mott last inspected?

Mott was last inspected on August 4, 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.