Partridge Lake

TR LEMONWEIR RIVER· Juneau, Wisconsin· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Partridge Lake is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 24.3% in WI)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage168 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area23 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDWI00154

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: August 5, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

PARTRIDGE LAKE PROT DIST

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Partridge Lake?

Partridge Lake 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 Partridge Lake?

Partridge Lake is owned by PARTRIDGE LAKE PROT DIST (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Partridge Lake?

Partridge Lake 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 Partridge Lake?

Partridge Lake has a dam height of 11 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 Partridge Lake last inspected?

Partridge Lake was last inspected on August 5, 2021. 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.