Wyocena
Key Takeaway
Wyocena is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1849 and is 177 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 40.1% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 309 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 93 acres |
| Drainage Area | 75 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,620 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1849 (177 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00248 |
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
Village Of Wyocena
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wyocena?
Wyocena 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 Wyocena?
Wyocena is owned by Village Of Wyocena (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wyocena built?
Wyocena was completed in 1849, making it 177 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 Wyocena?
Wyocena 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 Wyocena?
Wyocena has a dam height of 14 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 Wyocena last inspected?
Wyocena was last inspected on September 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.