Propst

INTERMITTENT TRIB YELLOW RIV· Taylor, Wisconsin· Built 1970· Earth· 14 ft tall

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 Length780 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area27 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge6 cfs
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDWI00941

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: No
Last Inspection: July 2, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Anderson, John/Tom

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.