Plain Honey Creek 4
Key Takeaway
Plain Honey Creek 4 is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 88.5% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 1,160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00391 |
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
Sauk County
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Plain Honey Creek 4?
Plain Honey Creek 4 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 Plain Honey Creek 4?
Plain Honey Creek 4 is owned by Sauk County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Plain Honey Creek 4 built?
Plain Honey Creek 4 was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Plain Honey Creek 4?
Plain Honey Creek 4 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Plain Honey Creek 4?
Plain Honey Creek 4 has a dam height of 35 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 Plain Honey Creek 4 last inspected?
Plain Honey Creek 4 was last inspected on May 8, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.