Steenhoven

NORTH FORK YELLOW· Taylor, Wisconsin· Built 1964· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Steenhoven is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 55.3% in WI)
Dam Length650 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage400 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area44 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,396 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDWI00558

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: July 18, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Jensen, Brian

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Steenhoven?

Steenhoven 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 Steenhoven?

Steenhoven is owned by Jensen, Brian (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Steenhoven built?

Steenhoven was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Steenhoven?

Steenhoven 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 Steenhoven?

Steenhoven has a dam height of 18 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 Steenhoven last inspected?

Steenhoven was last inspected on July 18, 2013. 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.