Located in Juneau, Wisconsin, Mauston is a gravity dam standing at 14 feet tall and 292 feet long on the Lemonweir River.
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Completed in 1919, this dam primarily serves as a recreational site with a storage capacity of 2200 acre-feet and a surface area of 360 acres. The dam's spillway is controlled, with a width of 197 feet, and it has a low hazard potential with a satisfactory condition assessment.
Managed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WIDNR), Mauston Dam is inspected every 10 years, with the last assessment completed in September 2019. The dam's risk assessment is deemed very high, but it meets guidelines for emergency action plans. While the dam has not been modified since 1994, it continues to play a crucial role in water resource management in the area. With its scenic location and recreational purpose, Mauston Dam stands as a vital piece of infrastructure in the region, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
Years Modified |
1994 - Other |
Year Completed |
1919 |
Dam Length |
292 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
LEMONWEIR |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
360 |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Drainage Area |
569 |
Nid Storage |
2200 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |
Lemonweir River At New Lisbon
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261cfs |
Yellow River At Necedah
|
55cfs |
Wisconsin River Near Wisconsin Dells
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3240cfs |
Kickapoo River At State Highway 33 At Ontario
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149cfs |
Baraboo River Near Baraboo
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310cfs |
Kickapoo River At La Farge
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219cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Riverside Park - New Lisbon
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Castle Rock Park Campground
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Comanchee
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Winnebago
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Kennedy County Park
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Kennedy Park
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