Ogema
Key Takeaway
Ogema is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1875 and is 151 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 35.2% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 660 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1875 (151 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00713 |
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
TOWN OF OGEMA
Local Government
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Significant Hazard 13 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ogema?
Ogema 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 Ogema?
Ogema is owned by TOWN OF OGEMA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ogema built?
Ogema was completed in 1875, making it 151 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 Ogema?
Ogema 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 Ogema?
Ogema has a dam height of 13 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 Ogema last inspected?
Ogema was last inspected on July 18, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.