Pot Flowage
Key Takeaway
Pot Flowage is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.5% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 38 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00858 |
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
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pot Flowage?
Pot Flowage 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 Pot Flowage?
Pot Flowage is owned by Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pot Flowage built?
Pot Flowage was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Pot Flowage?
Pot Flowage serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pot Flowage?
Pot Flowage has a dam height of 8 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 Pot Flowage last inspected?
Pot Flowage was last inspected on October 4, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.