Owen City
Key Takeaway
Owen City is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 40.1% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 80 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00109 |
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
City Of Owen
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Owen City?
Owen City 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 Owen City?
Owen City is owned by City Of Owen (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Owen City built?
Owen City was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Owen City?
Owen City 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 Owen City?
Owen City has a dam height of 14 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 Owen City last inspected?
Owen City was last inspected on September 23, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.