Chetek

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWisconsin
CountyBarron
Nearest CityCHETEK
River/StreamChetek River
Coordinates45.31207, -91.64750

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height16 ft
Dam Height16 ft
Dam Length260 ft
Year Completed1865 (161 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage34,160 acre-ft
Max Storage34,160 acre-ft
Normal Storage28,500 acre-ft
Surface Area3,764 acres
Drainage Area135 sq mi
Max Discharge2,890 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerBarron County
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection11/09/2017
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWI00098
Federal IDWI00098
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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