Chetek

Wisconsin — Barron County — Chetek River

Location

StateWisconsin
CountyBarron
RiverChetek River
Coordinates45.31207, -91.64750

Physical Characteristics

NID Height16 ft
Dam Height16 ft
Dam Length260 ft
NID Storage34,160 acre-ft
Max Storage34,160 acre-ft
Surface Area3,764 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionNovember 9, 2017
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1865
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerBarron 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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