Trout Lake

GILMORE CREEK· Juneau, Wisconsin· Built 1928· Gravity· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Trout Lake is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1928 and is 98 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 48.8% in WI)
Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge1,800 cfs
Year Completed1928 (98 years old)
NID IDWI00267

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: October 24, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Trout Lake District

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Trout Lake?

Trout 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 Trout Lake?

Trout Lake is owned by Trout Lake District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Trout Lake built?

Trout Lake was completed in 1928, making it 98 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 Trout Lake?

Trout 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 Trout Lake?

Trout 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 Trout Lake last inspected?

Trout Lake was last inspected on October 24, 2014. 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.