Schwahn
Key Takeaway
Schwahn is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 40.1% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 1,190 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 17 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00869 |
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
Schwahn, Allan
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schwahn?
Schwahn 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 Schwahn?
Schwahn is owned by Schwahn, Allan (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schwahn built?
Schwahn was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Schwahn?
Schwahn 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 Schwahn?
Schwahn 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 Schwahn last inspected?
Schwahn was last inspected on October 29, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.