Clam Falls

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWisconsin
CountyPolk
Nearest CityCLAM FALLS
River/StreamClam River
Coordinates45.68725, -92.29561

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height36 ft
Dam Height36 ft
Dam Length80 ft
Year Completed1875 (151 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage950 acre-ft
Max Storage950 acre-ft
Normal Storage701 acre-ft
Surface Area127 acres
Drainage Area65 sq mi
Max Discharge1,380 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerPolk County
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection11/05/2019
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWI00022
Federal IDWI00022
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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