Sprague Mather and Goose Pool Dam
Key Takeaway
Sprague Mather and Goose Pool Dam is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 48.8% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 33,270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 16.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,390 acres |
| Drainage Area | 29 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10,947 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00827 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sprague Mather and Goose Pool Dam?
Sprague Mather and Goose Pool Dam 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 Sprague Mather and Goose Pool Dam?
Sprague Mather and Goose Pool Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sprague Mather and Goose Pool Dam built?
Sprague Mather and Goose Pool Dam 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 Sprague Mather and Goose Pool Dam?
Sprague Mather and Goose Pool Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sprague Mather and Goose Pool Dam?
Sprague Mather and Goose Pool Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Sprague Mather and Goose Pool Dam last inspected?
Sprague Mather and Goose Pool Dam was last inspected on July 26, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.