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TILDEN

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Duncan Creek
April 15, 2025


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Tilden, located in Chippewa, Wisconsin, is a privately owned dam with a primary purpose of hydroelectric power generation. Built in 1886, this gravity dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a storage capacity of 250 acre-feet. The dam, situated on Duncan Creek, also serves recreational purposes and covers a surface area of 61 acres within a drainage area of 110 acres.

Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Tilden has undergone modifications in 1913 and 1933. The dam's last inspection took place in May 2009, with a scheduled inspection frequency of 10 years. While the condition assessment is not rated, the dam is state-regulated with permits, inspections, and enforcement carried out by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WIDNR). Overall, Tilden remains a significant structure for water resource management in the region, showcasing the intersection of hydroelectric power generation and recreational activities along Duncan Creek.

Years_Modified 1913 - Other, 1933 - Other
Year_Completed 1886
Dam_Height 16
River_Or_Stream Duncan Creek
Dam_Length 115
Primary_Dam_Type Gravity
Surface_Area 61
Hydraulic_Height 14
Drainage_Area 110
Nid_Storage 250
Structural_Height 16
Hazard_Potential Low
Nid_Height 16
       

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