South Wood County Park
Key Takeaway
South Wood County Park is classified as high hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 73.4% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 148 acres |
| Drainage Area | 134 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,540 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00060 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Wood County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of South Wood County Park?
South Wood County Park is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates South Wood County Park?
South Wood County Park is owned by Wood County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was South Wood County Park built?
South Wood County Park was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 South Wood County Park?
South Wood County Park 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 South Wood County Park?
South Wood County Park has a dam height of 26 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 South Wood County Park last inspected?
South Wood County Park was last inspected on October 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.