Sheboygan Marsh
Key Takeaway
Sheboygan Marsh 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 | 17 ft (taller than 53.1% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 5.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 674 acres |
| Drainage Area | 84 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00314 |
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
Sheboygan County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sheboygan Marsh?
Sheboygan Marsh 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 Sheboygan Marsh?
Sheboygan Marsh is owned by Sheboygan County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sheboygan Marsh built?
Sheboygan Marsh 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 Sheboygan Marsh?
Sheboygan Marsh serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sheboygan Marsh?
Sheboygan Marsh has a dam height of 17 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 Sheboygan Marsh last inspected?
Sheboygan Marsh was last inspected on June 3, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.