Waterville
Key Takeaway
Waterville is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 48.8% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 68 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 435 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00223 |
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
Mikulecky, Harvey
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Waterville?
Waterville 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 Waterville?
Waterville is owned by Mikulecky, Harvey (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Waterville built?
Waterville was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Waterville?
Waterville 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 Waterville?
Waterville has a dam height of 16 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 Waterville last inspected?
Waterville was last inspected on May 10, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.