Dams in Adams County, Wisconsin
15Total Dams
4High Hazard
2Significant
Dam Safety in Adams County, Wisconsin
Adams County has 15 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 4 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 2 carry a significant hazard classification. Currently, 1 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Adams County is 75 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Castle Rock at 38 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Rock | High | Satisfactory | 38 | Hydroelectric | 1950 |
| Lake Camelot | High | Fair | 29 | Recreation | 1969 |
| Cottonville | High | Fair | 25 | Recreation | 1924 |
| Fawn Lake | High | Satisfactory | 19 | Recreation | 1972 |
| Sherwood | Significant | Satisfactory | 36 | Recreation | 1968 |
| Friendship | Significant | Satisfactory | 22 | Recreation | 1928 |
| Lake Arrowhead | Low | Satisfactory | 34 | Recreation | 1978 |
| Easton | Low | Satisfactory | 20 | Recreation | 1855 |
| Arkdale | Low | Fair | 16 | Recreation | 1860 |
| Mcginnis Lake | Low | Fair | 15 | Recreation | 1966 |
| Schwahn | Low | Not Rated | 14 | Recreation | 1979 |
| Splitek | Low | Poor | 14 | Recreation | 1968 |
| White Creek, Town Of Quincy | Low | Not Rated | 14 | Recreation | 1986 |
| Peppermill | Low | Satisfactory | 12 | Recreation | 1969 |
| Fedler | Low | Fair | 11 | Recreation | 1979 |