Rock, also known as Hay Creek, is a local government-owned dam located in Clark County, Wisconsin.
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This arch-type dam was completed in 1938 and serves primarily for recreational purposes. With a height of 20 feet and a hydraulic height of 12 feet, Rock has a storage capacity of 1240 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 118 acres. The dam also has a controlled spillway and a maximum discharge capacity of 4260 cubic feet per second.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Rock is under state regulation and inspection by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 526 acre-feet and is situated on Hay Creek, with a drainage area of 59 square miles. The risk assessment for Rock indicates a very high level of risk, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of this vital water resource in the region.
Years Modified |
1939 - Other |
Year Completed |
1938 |
Dam Length |
150 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
HAY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Arch |
Surface Area |
118 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
59 |
Nid Storage |
1240 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Black River At Neillsville
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193cfs |
Black River Ds St Hwy 54 @ Black River Falls
|
256cfs |
Chippewa River At Chippewa Falls
|
1490cfs |
Big Eau Pleine River At Stratford
|
27cfs |
Jump River At Sheldon
|
155cfs |
Trempealeau River At Arcadia
|
400cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Rock Dam Park
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Wild Rock County Park
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Mead Lake Park
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Coon Fork Lake
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Greenwood Park
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Greenwood Park & Campground
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