Sensnovis

Unnamed Trib-Little Baraboo· Sauk, Wisconsin· Built 1973· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Sensnovis is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 75.9% in WI)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge160 cfs
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDWI00981

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: July 30, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Delia, Robert

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sensnovis?

Sensnovis 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 Sensnovis?

Sensnovis is owned by Delia, Robert (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sensnovis built?

Sensnovis was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Sensnovis?

Sensnovis serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sensnovis?

Sensnovis has a dam height of 27 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 Sensnovis last inspected?

Sensnovis was last inspected on July 30, 2010. 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.