Propst
Key Takeaway
Propst is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 40.1% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 780 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00941 |
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
Anderson, John/Tom
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Propst?
Propst 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 Propst?
Propst is owned by Anderson, John/Tom (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Propst built?
Propst was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Propst?
Propst serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Propst?
Propst has a dam height of 14 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 Propst last inspected?
Propst was last inspected on July 2, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.