Weathershield
Key Takeaway
Weathershield is classified as high hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 35.2% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00901 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WEATHER SHIELD MFG., INC
Private
Nearby Dams
Medford
Taylor, WI
Low Hazard 12 ftKalepp
Taylor, WI
Low Hazard 11 ftMeyer Lot 21
Taylor, WI
Low Hazard 22 ftLiske #2
Taylor, WI
Low Hazard 23 ftJuliet Lake
Taylor, WI
Low Hazard 20 ftRomeo Lake
Taylor, WI
Low Hazard 16 ftTiffany Lake
Taylor, WI
Low Hazard 16 ftBradow
Taylor, WI
Low Hazard 13 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Weathershield?
Weathershield is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Weathershield?
Weathershield is owned by WEATHER SHIELD MFG., INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weathershield built?
Weathershield was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Weathershield?
Weathershield serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Weathershield?
Weathershield has a dam height of 13 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 Weathershield last inspected?
Weathershield was last inspected on October 4, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.