Strum

BUFFALO· Trempealeau, Wisconsin· Built 1937· Gravity· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Strum is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 58% in WI)
Dam Length750 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage430 acre-ft
Normal Storage155 acre-ft
Surface Area54 acres
Drainage Area125 sq mi
Max Discharge10,485 cfs
Year Completed1937 (89 years old)
NID IDWI00210

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: June 13, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Village Of Strum

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Strum?

Strum 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 Strum?

Strum is owned by Village Of Strum (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Strum built?

Strum was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Strum?

Strum serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Strum?

Strum has a dam height of 19 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 Strum last inspected?

Strum was last inspected on June 13, 2022. 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.