Uihlein

TR TROUT BROOK· Ashland, Wisconsin· Built 1974· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Uihlein is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 55.3% in WI)
Dam Length280 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage103 acre-ft
Normal Storage49 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge20 cfs
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDWI01140

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: May 28, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: WIDNR

Ownership

CAMPBELL, GERALD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Uihlein?

Uihlein 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 Uihlein?

Uihlein is owned by CAMPBELL, GERALD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Uihlein built?

Uihlein was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Uihlein?

Uihlein 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 Uihlein?

Uihlein has a dam height of 18 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 Uihlein last inspected?

Uihlein was last inspected on May 28, 2019. 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.