Shawano Paper Mills, also known as Little Rapids, is a hydroelectric facility located in Shawano, Wisconsin, along the Wolf Creek.
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Built in 1974, this privately-owned dam serves multiple purposes, including hydroelectric power generation and recreation. With a gravity dam type and a height of 13 feet, it has a maximum storage capacity of 2400 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 330 acres.
Managed under the oversight of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Shawano Paper Mills has a controlled spillway width of 102 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 6000 cubic feet per second. Despite its low hazard potential, the facility's risk assessment is rated as very high, emphasizing the importance of risk management measures. While the condition assessment is currently unavailable, regular inspections are conducted with a frequency of every three years to ensure operational safety.
Shawano Paper Mills stands as a vital infrastructure for both energy production and recreational activities in the region. Its role in harnessing the power of water resources underscores the importance of sustainable practices in the face of changing climate patterns and environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
272 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
Wolf Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
330 |
Hydraulic Height |
10.5 |
Drainage Area |
1130 |
Nid Storage |
2400 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 3, Tainter (radial) - 3 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
13 |
Embarrass River Near Embarrass
|
259cfs |
Red River At Morgan Road Near Morgan
|
145cfs |
Oconto River Near Gillett
|
596cfs |
Wolf River At New London
|
1050cfs |
Little Wolf River At Royalton
|
-999999cfs |
Wolf River At Langlade
|
326cfs |