LAKE WAUBESA AT MC FARLAND

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December 21, 2024
840 ft 43.01, -89.31


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Lake Waubesa, also known as Babcock Park Lock and Dam, is a captivating water resource located in McFarland, Wisconsin. This gravity-type dam, completed in 1938, serves the primary purpose of navigation and recreation along the Yahara River. With a structural height of 10 feet and a length of 200 feet, the dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 50,000 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 5,448 acres.

Managed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Lake Waubesa offers a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various water activities. Despite its fair condition assessment and low hazard potential, the dam poses a very high risk in terms of potential impacts on its surrounding environment. Regular inspections and state enforcement ensure the safety and integrity of this vital water resource. With its serene beauty and historical significance, Lake Waubesa stands as a testament to the importance of preserving our natural waterways in the face of climate change challenges.

Gage Height, Ft 24hr Change -0.91%
Percent of Normal 95%
Minimum 3.14 ft
2024-02-28
Maximum 7.85 ft
2018-09-06
Average 5 ft
Dam_Height 10
Hydraulic_Height 1
Drainage_Area 350
Years_Modified 2011 - Other
Year_Completed 1938
Nid_Storage 50000
Structural_Height 10
Primary_Dam_Type Gravity
Surface_Area 5448
River_Or_Stream YAHARA
Dam_Length 200
Hazard_Potential Low
Length_Of_Locks 91
Nid_Height 10
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