Pella
Key Takeaway
Pella is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1883 and is 143 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 55.3% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 213 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 460 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 315 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 69 acres |
| Drainage Area | 334 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1883 (143 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00202 |
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
TOWN OF PELLA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pella?
Pella 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 Pella?
Pella is owned by TOWN OF PELLA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pella built?
Pella was completed in 1883, making it 143 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 Pella?
Pella serves the following purposes: Recreation, Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pella?
Pella has a dam height of 18 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 Pella last inspected?
Pella was last inspected on August 17, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.