Oxford
Key Takeaway
Oxford is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1849 and is 177 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 70.9% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 61 acres |
| Drainage Area | 47 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,410 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1849 (177 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00076 |
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
Village Of Oxford
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Oxford?
Oxford 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 Oxford?
Oxford is owned by Village Of Oxford (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oxford built?
Oxford was completed in 1849, making it 177 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 Oxford?
Oxford 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 Oxford?
Oxford has a dam height of 25 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 Oxford last inspected?
Oxford was last inspected on August 8, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.