Saint Croix Falls

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWisconsin
CountyPolk
Nearest CitySAINT CROIX FALLS
River/StreamSt. Croix River
Coordinates45.41200, -92.64715

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeArch
NID Height64 ft
Dam Height60 ft
Dam Length1,760 ft
Year Completed1905 (121 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage27,500 acre-ft
Max Storage27,500 acre-ft
Normal Storage12,500 acre-ft
Surface Area413 acres
Drainage Area6,240 sq mi
Max Discharge87,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerXcel Energy
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection12/18/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWI00023
Federal IDWI00023
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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