Twin Parks 12
Key Takeaway
Twin Parks 12 is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 90.3% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 620 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00364 |
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
Iowa County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Twin Parks 12?
Twin Parks 12 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 12?
Twin Parks 12 is owned by Iowa County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Twin Parks 12 built?
Twin Parks 12 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 12?
Twin Parks 12 serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Twin Parks 12?
Twin Parks 12 has a dam height of 37 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 12 last inspected?
Twin Parks 12 was last inspected on April 26, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.