Necedah, located in Juneau, Wisconsin, is a gravity dam completed in 1850 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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This dam on the Yellow River stands at 20 feet tall and has a hydraulic height of 11 feet, with a storage capacity of 1,000 acre-feet and a normal storage of 264 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition, last inspected in September 2013.
The Necedah dam covers a surface area of 194 acres and drains a watershed area of 491 square miles. With a controlled spillway type and a maximum discharge of 7,200 cubic feet per second, this dam has a very high risk assessment rating of 1. While the dam has not been modified since 1992, it is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, ensuring its safe operation and maintenance for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy for years to come.
Overall, Necedah dam serves as a vital recreational resource in the area, offering opportunities for outdoor activities while also managing water flow in the region. Its historical significance, combined with its regulated status and satisfactory condition, makes it a key feature for those interested in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the state of Wisconsin.
Years Modified |
1992 - Other |
Year Completed |
1850 |
Dam Length |
182 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
YELLOW |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
194 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Drainage Area |
491 |
Nid Storage |
1000 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Yellow River At Necedah
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44cfs |
Lemonweir River At New Lisbon
|
261cfs |
Yellow River At Babcock
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44cfs |
Tenmile Creek Near Nekoosa
|
27cfs |
Wisconsin River At Wisconsin Rapids
|
1900cfs |
Wisconsin River Near Wisconsin Dells
|
2840cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Buckhorn State Park
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Petenwell County Park Annex Campground
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Petenwell County Park Main Campground
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Kennedy Park
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Kennedy County Park
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Winnebago
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Wisconsin River -- Access Nr Cth G Town Of Necedah
Wisconsin River -- Access at Hwy 21 - Town Of Strongs Prairie
Castle Rock Lake -- Buckhorn Wildlife Area- Nr 32nd And 16th
Castle Rock Lake -- Access near N Cypress Ln
Castle Rock Lake -- Buckhorn Wildlife Area - South Of Cty G
Castle Rock Lake -- Buckhorn Wildlife Area- Nr Cty G