Tiffany Lake

TRIB. TO WASHINGTON CR/NON NA· Taylor, Wisconsin· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Tiffany Lake is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 48.8% in WI)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage135 acre-ft
Normal Storage5 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Max Discharge8 cfs
NID IDWI01173

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: December 9, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Meyer, Patrick

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tiffany Lake?

Tiffany Lake 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 Tiffany Lake?

Tiffany Lake is owned by Meyer, Patrick (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Tiffany Lake?

Tiffany Lake 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 Tiffany Lake?

Tiffany Lake has a dam height of 16 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 Tiffany Lake last inspected?

Tiffany Lake was last inspected on December 9, 2016. 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.