Saylesville Roller Mill
Key Takeaway
Saylesville Roller Mill is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1894 and is 132 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 45% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 28 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,142 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1894 (132 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00332 |
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
Reid, Drake
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Saylesville Roller Mill?
Saylesville Roller Mill 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 Saylesville Roller Mill?
Saylesville Roller Mill is owned by Reid, Drake (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Saylesville Roller Mill built?
Saylesville Roller Mill was completed in 1894, making it 132 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 Saylesville Roller Mill?
Saylesville Roller Mill 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 Saylesville Roller Mill?
Saylesville Roller Mill has a dam height of 15 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 Saylesville Roller Mill last inspected?
Saylesville Roller Mill was last inspected on July 28, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.