Skoyen
Key Takeaway
Skoyen is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 55.3% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 140 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | WI01056 |
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
KING FARMS, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Skoyen?
Skoyen 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 Skoyen?
Skoyen is owned by KING FARMS, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Skoyen built?
Skoyen was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Skoyen?
Skoyen 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 Skoyen?
Skoyen has a dam height of 18 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 Skoyen last inspected?
Skoyen was last inspected on November 12, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.