Solberg
Key Takeaway
Solberg is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 67% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 10.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 859 acres |
| Drainage Area | 21 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 775 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00081 |
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
Price County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Solberg?
Solberg 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 Solberg?
Solberg is owned by Price County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Solberg built?
Solberg was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Solberg?
Solberg serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Solberg?
Solberg has a dam height of 23 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 Solberg last inspected?
Solberg was last inspected on October 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.