LAKE MENDOTA AT MADISON

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December 21, 2024
850 ft 43.10, -89.37


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Mendota Locks, also known as Tenney Park Locks, located in Madison, Wisconsin, play a crucial role in navigation and recreation along the Yahara River. Constructed in 1849, these locks have a dam height of 16 feet and a hydraulic height of 5 feet, with a total length of 100 feet. The locks provide a normal storage capacity of 132,000 acre-feet and serve a drainage area of 254 square miles, making them integral to managing water resources in the region.

With a high hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, Mendota Locks have been inspected regularly, with the last assessment conducted in December 2018. The locks have a very high risk assessment level, denoting their critical importance in flood control and water management. Managed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, the locks are subject to state regulations, permitting, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring their safe operation and maintenance for the benefit of the community and the environment.

As a historic structure that has been modified over the years, Mendota Locks continue to serve as a vital component of the water resource infrastructure in Dane County, Wisconsin. The locks' controlled spillway, efficient navigation system, and significant storage capacity make them essential for managing water levels, ensuring recreation opportunities, and safeguarding against flood risks in the region.

Gage Height, Ft 24hr Change -0.33%
Percent of Normal 103%
Minimum 7.32 ft
2024-01-14
Maximum 12.36 ft
2008-06-16
Average 9 ft
Dam_Height 16
Hydraulic_Height 5
Drainage_Area 254
Years_Modified 1959 - Other
Year_Completed 1849
Nid_Storage 160000
Structural_Height 16
Primary_Dam_Type Other
Surface_Area 9730
River_Or_Stream YAHARA RIVER
Dam_Length 100
Hazard_Potential High
Length_Of_Locks 102
Nid_Height 16
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