Swamp Pond
Key Takeaway
Swamp Pond is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Max Discharge | 450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1944 (82 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2007 |
| NID ID | WI82305 |
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
Fort Mccoy
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Swamp Pond?
Swamp Pond 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 Swamp Pond?
Swamp Pond is owned by Fort Mccoy (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Swamp Pond built?
Swamp Pond was completed in 1944, making it 82 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 Swamp Pond?
Swamp Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Swamp Pond last inspected?
Swamp Pond was last inspected on May 26, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.