Navarino Marsh 3

ADJACENT TO WOLF RIVER· Shawano, Wisconsin· Built 1971· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Other State Government

Key Takeaway

Navarino Marsh 3 is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 12% in WI)
Dam Length4,925 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage920 acre-ft
Normal Storage160 acre-ft
Surface Area150 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge120 cfs
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDWI00938

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: Yes
Last Inspection: April 1, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Navarino Marsh 3?

Navarino Marsh 3 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 Navarino Marsh 3?

Navarino Marsh 3 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 Navarino Marsh 3 built?

Navarino Marsh 3 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 Navarino Marsh 3?

Navarino Marsh 3 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 Navarino Marsh 3?

Navarino Marsh 3 has a dam height of 9 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 Navarino Marsh 3 last inspected?

Navarino Marsh 3 was last inspected on April 1, 2021. 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.