Sotak Flowage

TR FISHER RIVER· Taylor, Wisconsin· Built 1965· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Other State Government

Key Takeaway

Sotak Flowage is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 12% in WI)
Dam Length1,180 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage320 acre-ft
Normal Storage200 acre-ft
Surface Area85 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge50 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDWI00656

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: April 16, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sotak Flowage?

Sotak Flowage 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 Sotak Flowage?

Sotak Flowage is owned by Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sotak Flowage built?

Sotak Flowage was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Sotak Flowage?

Sotak Flowage serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sotak Flowage?

Sotak Flowage has a dam height of 9 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 Sotak Flowage last inspected?

Sotak Flowage was last inspected on April 16, 2021. 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.