Rock, also known as Hay Creek, is a local government-owned dam located in Clark County, Wisconsin.
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.
Wind
Humidity
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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1290cfs |
Black River Ds St Hwy 54 @ Black River Falls
|
3150cfs |
Chippewa River At Chippewa Falls
|
7200cfs |
Big Eau Pleine River At Stratford
|
260cfs |
Jump River At Sheldon
|
1040cfs |
Trempealeau River At Arcadia
|
566cfs |
| 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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