Legend Lake Number Three Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Legend Lake Number Three, located in Menominee, Wisconsin, is a privately owned dam constructed in 1971 primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

This gravity-type dam, standing at 22 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 15 feet, spans a length of 1200 feet and has a storage capacity of 20,000 acre-feet. The reservoir covers a surface area of 1304 acres and is fed by Linzy Creek, with a drainage area of 21.8 square miles.

Despite its satisfactory condition assessment as of October 2020, Legend Lake Number Three has a high hazard potential, with a very high risk assessment rating. The dam is regulated by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, which conducts regular inspections and enforces safety measures. The last inspection was carried out in July 2019, with a frequency of every two years. In the event of an emergency, the dam's emergency action plan is in place, although its last revision dates back to 2014.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will be intrigued by the engineering and environmental aspects of Legend Lake Number Three. Its controlled spillway, high hazard potential, and risk assessment rating provide insight into the complex management and regulation of water resources in Wisconsin. The dam's location within a recreational area adds an additional layer of significance, highlighting the intersection between human recreation and the natural environment.

Year Completed

1971

Dam Length

1200

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

LINZY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Gravity

Surface Area

1304

Hydraulic Height

15

Drainage Area

21.8

Nid Storage

20000

Structural Height

22

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

22
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.