Spring Lake

SPRING LAKE OUTLET· Washburn, Wisconsin· Built 1969· Gravity· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Spring Lake is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 5.5% in WI)
Dam Length116 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage320 acre-ft
Normal Storage190 acre-ft
Surface Area64 acres
Drainage Area10 sq mi
Max Discharge260 cfs
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDWI00525

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: November 27, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Hansen, Gerald and Kathy;Rivard, Lee

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spring Lake?

Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake?

Spring Lake is owned by Hansen, Gerald and Kathy;Rivard, Lee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Spring Lake built?

Spring Lake was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Spring Lake?

Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake?

Spring Lake has a dam height of 8 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 Spring Lake last inspected?

Spring Lake was last inspected on November 27, 2018. 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.