Brillion Hacker Road dam
Brillion Hacker Road
Brillion Hacker Road is a critical flood risk reduction structure located in Calumet, Wisconsin. Owned by the local government, this earth dam stands at a height of 18.9 feet and has a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet. Completed in 1997, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area, making it a vital asset for the community.
The dam's high hazard potential and fair condition assessment underscore the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness. The structure, with its uncontrolled spillway type, is regulated by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With a moderate risk rating, the dam is closely monitored to assess and manage potential risks, highlighting the ongoing commitment to safeguarding the surrounding area from the impacts of flooding.
Located in a picturesque setting within the Chicago District, Brillion Hacker Road serves as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience. As climate change continues to pose challenges, structures like this play a crucial role in protecting communities and ecosystems from the increasing threats of extreme weather events. Through diligent oversight and maintenance, this dam stands as a symbol of proactive flood risk reduction efforts in the region.
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 Brillion Hacker Road -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| East River At Ct Highway Zz Near Greenleaf | 8 cfs | → |
| Fox River At Appleton | 8,310 cfs | → |
| Manitowoc River At Manitowoc | 239 cfs | → |
| Fox River At Oil Tank Depot At Green Bay | 3,570 cfs | → |
| Duck Creek Near Howard | 27 cfs | → |
| Fox River At Oshkosh | 5,780 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Brillion Hacker Road.
Boat launches
- Round Lake -- Access At Ne Part Of Lake Nr Round Lake Rd
- Long Lake -- Access Nr Long Lake Rd
- Becker Lake -- Access
- Bull Head Lake -- Access At End Of Bullhead Lake Ln
- Collins Marsh / Mud Creek Carry-In
- Fox River -- Wrightstown Launch
Track Brillion Hacker Road 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 Brillion Hacker Road
Where does the data for Brillion Hacker Road 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 High 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 Brillion Hacker Road.