Neshkoro
Key Takeaway
Neshkoro is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1852 and is 174 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 58% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 945 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 569 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 184 acres |
| Drainage Area | 120 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1852 (174 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00157 |
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
VILLAGE OF NESHKORO
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Neshkoro?
Neshkoro 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 Neshkoro?
Neshkoro is owned by VILLAGE OF NESHKORO (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Neshkoro built?
Neshkoro was completed in 1852, making it 174 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 Neshkoro?
Neshkoro 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 Neshkoro?
Neshkoro has a dam height of 19 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 Neshkoro last inspected?
Neshkoro was last inspected on July 23, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.