Splitek
Key Takeaway
Splitek is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 40.1% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 50 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00470 |
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
Hale, GEOFFREY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Splitek?
Splitek 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 Splitek?
Splitek is owned by Hale, GEOFFREY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Splitek built?
Splitek was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Splitek?
Splitek 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 Splitek?
Splitek has a dam height of 14 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 Splitek last inspected?
Splitek was last inspected on June 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.