Neshonoc, located in La Crosse, Wisconsin, is a concrete hydroelectric dam on the La Crosse River that was completed in 1914.
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With a height of 18 feet and a length of 218 feet, it provides a storage capacity of 3,100 acre-feet and serves multiple purposes including hydroelectric power generation and recreation. The dam has a controlled spillway with a width of 137 feet and a maximum discharge of 13,100 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Neshonoc has a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating. Although its condition assessment is not available, the dam has regular inspections every three years to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being a private-owned structure, it is permitted and regulated by the state of Wisconsin, highlighting the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in the region. enthusiasts can appreciate the historical significance and engineering marvel of Neshonoc, as well as its contribution to renewable energy production and community recreation.
Year Completed |
1914 |
Dam Length |
218 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
La Crosse River |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
687 |
Drainage Area |
390 |
Nid Storage |
3100 |
Outlet Gates |
Tainter (radial) - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
La Crosse River Near La Crosse
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348cfs |
La Crosse River At Sparta
|
152cfs |
Black River Near Galesville
|
862cfs |
Root River Near Houston
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1320cfs |
South Fork Root River Near Houston
|
353cfs |
Kickapoo River At State Highway 33 At Ontario
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149cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Neshonoc Lakeside Camp Resort
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Veterans Memorial Park - West Salem
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Veterans Memorial County Park & Campground
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