Figor Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Figor is a privately-owned hydroelectric dam located on the Middle Br Duck Creek in Wisconsin.


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Summary

Constructed in 1855, this gravity dam stands at 10 feet high and spans a length of 600 feet, with a storage capacity of 220 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes, including hydroelectric power generation and recreation, and is regulated by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Figor is considered to have a very high risk due to its age and condition assessment of fair. The dam has undergone modifications in 1961 and is inspected every 10 years, with the last assessment conducted in May 2020. While the dam meets regulatory guidelines, there are currently no emergency action plans or inundation maps prepared for the site.

In the event of any emergencies or incidents, Figor's owners and operators must ensure that risk management measures are in place to mitigate potential risks to the surrounding area. With its historical significance and continued operation for over a century, Figor remains a critical water resource infrastructure in Columbia, Wisconsin, under the purview of state regulatory agencies.

Years Modified

1961 - Other

Year Completed

1855

Dam Length

600

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

Middle Br Duck Creek

Primary Dam Type

Gravity

Surface Area

60

Hydraulic Height

8

Drainage Area

37

Nid Storage

220

Structural Height

10

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

10
       
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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.