Clam Falls

Wisconsin — Polk County — Clam River

Location

StateWisconsin
CountyPolk
RiverClam River
Coordinates45.68725, -92.29561

Physical Characteristics

NID Height36 ft
Dam Height36 ft
Dam Length80 ft
NID Storage950 acre-ft
Max Storage950 acre-ft
Surface Area127 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionNovember 5, 2019
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1875
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerPolk County

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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