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NESHONOC

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Soil Dam La Crosse River
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Neshonoc, located in La Crosse, Wisconsin, is a concrete hydroelectric dam on the La Crosse River that was completed in 1914. 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_Height 18
River_Or_Stream La Crosse River
Dam_Length 218
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
       

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