Potato Rapids
Wisconsin — Marinette County — Peshtigo River
Location
| State | Wisconsin |
| County | Marinette |
| River | Peshtigo River |
| Coordinates | 45.11450, -87.76180 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | 19 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,220 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,800 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,800 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 350 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 8, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1920 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Wisconsin Public Service Corporation |
| Other Name | Emb No1 / Spillway / No.2 / Powerhouse |
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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.