Sandstone Rapids

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWisconsin
CountyMarinette
Nearest CityCrivitz
River/StreamPeshtigo River
Coordinates45.23330, -88.06830

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height42 ft
Dam Height42 ft
Dam Length420 ft
Year Completed1925 (101 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,650 acre-ft
Max Storage1,650 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,640 acre-ft
Surface Area150 acres
Drainage Area675 sq mi
Max Discharge20,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerWisconsin Public Service Corporation
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection09/06/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWI00760
Federal IDWI00760
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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