Mill Creek 9a, also known as Brindley, is a significant earth dam located in Richland County, Wisconsin, specifically in the city of Boaz.
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Constructed in 1965 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves primarily for flood risk reduction purposes along the Mill Creek offstream. With a height of 29 feet and a length of 600 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 220 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 572 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Mill Creek 9a is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced as part of the state's water resource management efforts. Its condition assessment in 2017 rated as fair, with a significant hazard potential. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam lacks specific risk management measures and emergency action plans, highlighting potential areas for improvement in ensuring public safety and environmental protection in the event of emergencies. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Mill Creek 9a offers a fascinating case study in dam infrastructure and risk assessment within the context of local government ownership and regulation.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
MILL CREEK OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
220 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
29 |
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