Twin Parks 6
Key Takeaway
Twin Parks 6 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 | 26 ft (taller than 73.4% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 868 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 585 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 170 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00360 |
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 6?
Twin Parks 6 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 6?
Twin Parks 6 is owned by Iowa County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Twin Parks 6 built?
Twin Parks 6 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 6?
Twin Parks 6 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 6?
Twin Parks 6 has a dam height of 26 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 6 last inspected?
Twin Parks 6 was last inspected on May 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.