Lake Wingra
Wisconsin — Dane County — MURPHY'S CREEK
Location
| State | Wisconsin |
| County | Dane |
| River | MURPHY'S CREEK |
| Coordinates | 43.05773, -89.40619 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Length | 25 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,600 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 345 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 18, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 10 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1930 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City of Madison |
| Other Name | Dead Lake Locks |
Location Map
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.