Stateline Flowage

West Branch Hay Creek· Douglas, Wisconsin· Built 1970· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Stateline Flowage is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 5.5% in WI)
Dam Length1,300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage230 acre-ft
Normal Storage120 acre-ft
Surface Area58 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge109 cfs
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDWI00940

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: August 19, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Douglas County

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stateline Flowage?

Stateline 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 Stateline Flowage?

Stateline Flowage is owned by Douglas County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stateline Flowage built?

Stateline Flowage was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Stateline Flowage?

Stateline Flowage 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 Stateline Flowage?

Stateline Flowage 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 Stateline Flowage last inspected?

Stateline Flowage was last inspected on August 19, 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.