Pine

Pine Creek· Florence, Wisconsin· Built 1922· Concrete· 41 ft tall
Low Hazard Hydroelectric Recreation Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Pine is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.

Physical Details

Dam Height 41 ft (taller than 94.1% in WI)
Dam Length647 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage1.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.5K acre-ft
Surface Area170 acres
Drainage Area520 sq mi
Max Discharge15,400 cfs
Year Completed1922 (104 years old)
NID IDWI00738

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: May 17, 2022
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Wisconsin Electric Power Company

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pine?

Pine 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 Pine?

Pine is owned by Wisconsin Electric Power Company (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pine built?

Pine was completed in 1922, making it 104 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 Pine?

Pine serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Pine?

Pine has a dam height of 41 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 Pine last inspected?

Pine was last inspected on May 17, 2022. 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.