Osseo Rod and Gun Club

TR BUFFALO· Trempealeau, Wisconsin· Built 1964· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Osseo Rod and Gun Club is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 64.9% in WI)
Dam Length505 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge329 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDWI00509

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: November 13, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

OSSEO ROD AND GUN CLUB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Osseo Rod and Gun Club?

Osseo Rod and Gun Club 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 Osseo Rod and Gun Club?

Osseo Rod and Gun Club is owned by OSSEO ROD AND GUN CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Osseo Rod and Gun Club built?

Osseo Rod and Gun Club was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Osseo Rod and Gun Club?

Osseo Rod and Gun Club 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 Osseo Rod and Gun Club?

Osseo Rod and Gun Club has a dam height of 22 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 Osseo Rod and Gun Club last inspected?

Osseo Rod and Gun Club was last inspected on November 13, 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.