Wambold
Key Takeaway
Wambold is classified as significant hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1836 and is 190 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 30.4% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 301 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 311 acres |
| Drainage Area | 22 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1836 (190 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00331 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Eagle Spring Lake Management District;Wruck, Steven
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wambold?
Wambold is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Wambold?
Wambold is owned by Eagle Spring Lake Management District;Wruck, Steven (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wambold built?
Wambold was completed in 1836, making it 190 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 Wambold?
Wambold 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 Wambold?
Wambold has a dam height of 12 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 Wambold last inspected?
Wambold was last inspected on March 12, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.