Rock Creek Flowage Dam
Key Takeaway
Rock Creek Flowage Dam is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 48.8% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 860 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 350 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00494 |
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
Etta, Leonard
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rock Creek Flowage Dam?
Rock Creek Flowage Dam 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 Rock Creek Flowage Dam?
Rock Creek Flowage Dam is owned by Etta, Leonard (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rock Creek Flowage Dam built?
Rock Creek Flowage Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Rock Creek Flowage Dam?
Rock Creek Flowage Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rock Creek Flowage Dam?
Rock Creek Flowage Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Rock Creek Flowage Dam last inspected?
Rock Creek Flowage Dam was last inspected on September 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.