Bad Axe 12
Wisconsin — Vernon County — NORTH FORK OF BAD AXE RIVER
Location
| State | Wisconsin |
| County | Vernon |
| River | NORTH FORK OF BAD AXE RIVER |
| Coordinates | 43.61153, -91.01187 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 73 ft |
| Dam Height | 73 ft |
| Dam Length | 790 ft |
| NID Storage | 6,500 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 6,500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 14, 2016 |
| Inspection Frequency | 10 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1974 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Vernon County |
| Other Name | Runge Hollow |
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.