West Fork Kickapoo 17
Key Takeaway
West Fork Kickapoo 17 is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 51 ft (taller than 98% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00419 |
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
Vernon County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of West Fork Kickapoo 17?
West Fork Kickapoo 17 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 West Fork Kickapoo 17?
West Fork Kickapoo 17 is owned by Vernon County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West Fork Kickapoo 17 built?
West Fork Kickapoo 17 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 West Fork Kickapoo 17?
West Fork Kickapoo 17 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is West Fork Kickapoo 17?
West Fork Kickapoo 17 has a dam height of 51 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 West Fork Kickapoo 17 last inspected?
West Fork Kickapoo 17 was last inspected on July 22, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.