Mravik
Key Takeaway
Mravik is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 24.3% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 710 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 28 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00995 |
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
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mravik?
Mravik 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 Mravik?
Mravik is owned by Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mravik built?
Mravik was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Mravik?
Mravik serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mravik?
Mravik has a dam height of 11 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 Mravik last inspected?
Mravik was last inspected on June 24, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.