Mount Morris
Key Takeaway
Mount Morris is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 60.1% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 163 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 702 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00092 |
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
MORRIS LAKE MGMT. DIST.
Local Government
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Mount Morris?
Mount Morris 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 Mount Morris?
Mount Morris is owned by MORRIS LAKE MGMT. DIST. (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mount Morris built?
Mount Morris was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Mount Morris?
Mount Morris 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 Mount Morris?
Mount Morris has a dam height of 20 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 Mount Morris last inspected?
Mount Morris was last inspected on May 4, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.