Dams in Waupaca County, Wisconsin
13Total Dams
3High Hazard
1Significant
Dam Safety in Waupaca County, Wisconsin
Waupaca County has 13 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 3 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 1 carry a significant hazard classification. Currently, 1 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Waupaca County is 131 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Weyauwega at 30 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Felt Mill | High | Fair | 26 | Hydroelectric | 1900 |
| Marion | High | Satisfactory | 17 | Recreation | 1880 |
| Ogdensburg | High | Satisfactory | 7 | Recreation | 1845 |
| Iola | Significant | Fair | 12 | Recreation | 1865 |
| Weyauwega | Low | Satisfactory | 30 | Hydroelectric | 1852 |
| Big Falls Milldam | Low | Satisfactory | 30 | Hydroelectric | 1926 |
| Lighting Plant | Low | Satisfactory | 25 | Hydroelectric | 1927 |
| Keller | Low | Fair | 22 | Recreation | 1938 |
| Clintonville | Low | Fair | 20 | Recreation | 1855 |
| Manawa Dam | Low | Unsatisfactory | 15 | Hydroelectric | 1920 |
| Hartman Creek Number Five | Low | Not Rated | 14 | Recreation | 1931 |
| Scandinavia | Low | Fair | 13 | Recreation | 1856 |
| Hartman Creek Number One | Low | Not Rated | 11 | Recreation | 1939 |