Dams in Portage County, Wisconsin
12Total Dams
4High Hazard
2Significant
Dam Safety in Portage County, Wisconsin
Portage County has 12 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 Portage County is 150 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Dubay at 40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dubay | High | Satisfactory | 40 | Hydroelectric | 1942 |
| Springville | High | Satisfactory | 25 | Recreation | 1850 |
| Spring Creek | High | Fair | 13 | Recreation | 1854 |
| North Dike At Stevens Point | High | Satisfactory | 9 | Hydroelectric | 1846 |
| Mcdill | Significant | Satisfactory | 21 | 1855 | |
| Amherst | Significant | Fair | 14 | Recreation | 1857 |
| Whiting Mill Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 24 | Hydroelectric | 1925 |
| Jordan | Low | Poor | 17 | Recreation | 1850 |
| Bentley Sawmill | Low | Fair | 14 | Recreation | 1850 |
| Rosholt | Low | Satisfactory | 14 | Recreation | 1885 |
| Whiting Plover | Low | Fair | 13 | Recreation | 1850 |
| Fountain Lake | Low | Not Rated | 8 | Recreation | 1938 |