Vander Veen
Key Takeaway
Vander Veen is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 73.4% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | WI01230 |
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
Byhre Lake Owner's Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vander Veen?
Vander Veen 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 Vander Veen?
Vander Veen is owned by Byhre Lake Owner's Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vander Veen built?
Vander Veen was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Vander Veen?
Vander Veen serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Vander Veen?
Vander Veen 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 Vander Veen last inspected?
Vander Veen was last inspected on July 19, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.