Twin Parks 10

TR MILL CREEK· Iowa, Wisconsin· Built 1966· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Debris Control Local Government

Key Takeaway

Twin Parks 10 is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 84.9% in WI)
Dam Length598 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage200 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge130 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDWI00363

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: April 11, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

Iowa County

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Twin Parks 10?

Twin Parks 10 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 Twin Parks 10?

Twin Parks 10 is owned by Iowa County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Twin Parks 10 built?

Twin Parks 10 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Twin Parks 10?

Twin Parks 10 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Twin Parks 10?

Twin Parks 10 has a dam height of 32 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 Twin Parks 10 last inspected?

Twin Parks 10 was last inspected on April 11, 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.