Oines

TR-BLACK RIVER· Trempealeau, Wisconsin· Built 1976· Earth· 26 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Oines is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 73.4% in WI)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge47 cfs
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDWI00919

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: No
Last Inspection: October 30, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Oines, Robert

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Oines?

Oines 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 Oines?

Oines is owned by Oines, Robert (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Oines built?

Oines was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Oines?

Oines serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Oines?

Oines has a dam height of 26 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 Oines last inspected?

Oines was last inspected on October 30, 2020. 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.