Trows Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Trows is a gravity dam located in Jackson, Wisconsin, on Halls Creek.


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Summary

Completed in 1942, it serves the primary purpose of recreation and has a normal storage capacity of 188 acre-feet. With a height of 26 feet and a length of 150 feet, Trows offers a surface area of 43 acres for outdoor activities and water sports. The dam is regulated by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and integrity.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and a fair condition assessment, Trows is considered to have a very high risk level, receiving a rating of 1. Emergency action plans have been prepared and reviewed, although specific details on their content and adherence to guidelines are not provided in the data. The dam has a controlled spillway and a maximum discharge capacity of 7300 cubic feet per second, ensuring proper water management and flood control measures in place to protect downstream areas.

Located within the Detroit District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Trows is a valuable piece of infrastructure for the local community, offering recreational opportunities while also serving vital water resource management functions. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the significance of Trows in maintaining a balance between human activities and environmental conservation in the region.

Year Completed

1942

Dam Length

150

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

HALLS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Gravity

Surface Area

43

Hydraulic Height

20

Drainage Area

70

Nid Storage

350

Structural Height

26

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

26
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.