Tainter
Key Takeaway
Tainter is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 73.4% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 83 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,460 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00186 |
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
Rusk County
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Tainter?
Tainter 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 Tainter?
Tainter is owned by Rusk County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tainter built?
Tainter was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Tainter?
Tainter 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 Tainter?
Tainter has a dam height of 26 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 Tainter last inspected?
Tainter was last inspected on October 7, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.