Scandinavia
Key Takeaway
Scandinavia is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1856 and is 170 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 35.2% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 189 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 68 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1856 (170 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00338 |
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
Village Of Scandinavia
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Scandinavia?
Scandinavia 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 Scandinavia?
Scandinavia is owned by Village Of Scandinavia (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scandinavia built?
Scandinavia was completed in 1856, making it 170 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 Scandinavia?
Scandinavia 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 Scandinavia?
Scandinavia has a dam height of 13 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 Scandinavia last inspected?
Scandinavia was last inspected on June 17, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.