School Section Lake
Key Takeaway
School Section Lake is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.5% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 2,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 700 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 117 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,170 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | WI01142 |
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
Waukesha County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of School Section Lake?
School Section Lake 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 School Section Lake?
School Section Lake is owned by Waukesha County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was School Section Lake built?
School Section Lake was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 School Section Lake?
School Section Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is School Section Lake?
School Section Lake has a dam height of 8 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 School Section Lake last inspected?
School Section Lake was last inspected on June 30, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.