Ten Creek
Key Takeaway
Ten Creek is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 24.3% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 375 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00278 |
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
Tuttle, Suzanne
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ten Creek?
Ten Creek 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 Ten Creek?
Ten Creek is owned by Tuttle, Suzanne (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ten Creek built?
Ten Creek was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Ten Creek?
Ten Creek 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 Ten Creek?
Ten Creek has a dam height of 11 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 Ten Creek last inspected?
Ten Creek was last inspected on November 9, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.