Oxbo Flowage

OXBO CREEK· Langlade, Wisconsin· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Oxbo Flowage is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 5.5% in WI)
Dam Length1,450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area28 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge157 cfs
NID IDWI12745

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: Yes
Last Inspection: October 4, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Oxbo Flowage?

Oxbo Flowage 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 Oxbo Flowage?

Oxbo Flowage is owned by Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Oxbo Flowage?

Oxbo Flowage 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 Oxbo Flowage?

Oxbo Flowage has a dam height of 8 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 Oxbo Flowage last inspected?

Oxbo Flowage was last inspected on October 4, 2016. 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.