Willow Creek Flowage No 1
Key Takeaway
Willow Creek Flowage No 1 is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 12% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 145 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00639 |
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
Chippewa County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Willow Creek Flowage No 1?
Willow Creek Flowage No 1 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 Willow Creek Flowage No 1?
Willow Creek Flowage No 1 is owned by Chippewa County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Willow Creek Flowage No 1 built?
Willow Creek Flowage No 1 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Willow Creek Flowage No 1?
Willow Creek Flowage No 1 serves the following purposes: 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 Willow Creek Flowage No 1?
Willow Creek Flowage No 1 has a dam height of 9 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 Willow Creek Flowage No 1 last inspected?
Willow Creek Flowage No 1 was last inspected on May 1, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.