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Wisconsin — Chippewa County — Chippewa River
Location
| State | Wisconsin |
| County | Chippewa |
| River | Chippewa River |
| Coordinates | 44.93790, -91.34030 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 68 ft |
| Dam Height | 68 ft |
| Dam Length | 7,800 ft |
| NID Storage | 56,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 56,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6,212 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 20, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1917 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Northern States Power Co |
| Other Name | Embankment B |
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.