Rosholt

FLUME CREEK· Portage, Wisconsin· Built 1885· Gravity· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Rosholt is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1885 and is 141 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 40.1% in WI)
Dam Length266 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage106 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area12 sq mi
Max Discharge1,480 cfs
Year Completed1885 (141 years old)
NID IDWI10405

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: Yes
Last Inspection: November 22, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Village Of Rosholt

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rosholt?

Rosholt 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 Rosholt?

Rosholt is owned by Village Of Rosholt (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rosholt built?

Rosholt was completed in 1885, making it 141 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 Rosholt?

Rosholt 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 Rosholt?

Rosholt 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 Rosholt last inspected?

Rosholt was last inspected on November 22, 2018. 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.