Peterson Betlach Group dam
Peterson Betlach Group
The Peterson Betlach Group, located in Pierce, Wisconsin, is a private water resource structure designed by the USDA NRCS for debris control and grade stabilization along the Tributary Kinnickinnic river. Constructed in 1972, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet with a length of 606 feet, providing a storage capacity of 31 acre-feet for flood control and water management purposes. The dam is federally funded and regulated by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, with a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment.
With a primary purpose of debris control, the Peterson Betlach Group plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding and erosion. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, ensuring effective water flow management during heavy rainfall events. Despite its age, the structure's condition assessment is not available, highlighting the need for regular inspections to maintain its functionality and safety standards. The dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan readiness are currently not specified, indicating room for improvement in preparedness for potential disasters.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the significance of the Peterson Betlach Group in managing water flow and debris control along the Tributary Kinnickinnic river. As a vital part of the local water infrastructure, this privately owned structure serves as a key component in the overall water management system, safeguarding the area from flooding risks and supporting sustainable water resource practices. With a focus on maintaining the dam's functionality and enhancing emergency preparedness measures, the Peterson Betlach Group continues to play a crucial role in ensuring the resilience of the surrounding ecosystem and community in the face of changing climate patterns.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Peterson Betlach Group -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Kinnickinnic River Near River Falls | 91 cfs | → |
| Eau Galle River At Spring Valley | 19 cfs | → |
| Willow River @ Willow R State Park Nr Burkhardt | 130 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Prescott | 22,200 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Red Wing | 19,400 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River Below L&D #2 At Hastings | 17,800 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Peterson Betlach Group.
Boat launches
- Kinnickinnic River -- Hwy 65
- Lake George/Spring Valley Flowage -- Access
- Saint Croix River -- Cove Road Landing
- Pine Lake -- Access
- 102nd Street South Washington County
- Saint Croix Lake -- King Landing
Track Peterson Betlach Group in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Peterson Betlach Group
Where does the data for Peterson Betlach Group come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Peterson Betlach Group.