Wind Lake
Key Takeaway
Wind Lake is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1905 and is 121 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 1% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 6.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 936 acres |
| Drainage Area | 35 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,120 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1905 (121 years old) |
| NID ID | WI01115 |
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
Racine County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wind Lake?
Wind Lake 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 Wind Lake?
Wind Lake is owned by Racine County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wind Lake built?
Wind Lake was completed in 1905, making it 121 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 Wind Lake?
Wind Lake 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 Wind Lake?
Wind Lake has a dam height of 7 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 Wind Lake last inspected?
Wind Lake was last inspected on August 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.