Bad Axe 17, also known as Eagles Park, is a local government-owned earth dam located on TR Hornby Hollow Creek in Vernon County, Wisconsin. Built in 1965 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves primarily for flood risk reduction and debris control purposes. With a height of 42 feet and a hydraulic height of 21 feet, Bad Axe 17 has a storage capacity of 180 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 197 cubic feet per second.

Managed by the WIDNR, Bad Axe 17 has a low hazard potential and is currently in satisfactory condition according to its last inspection in December 2016. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the dam has not been modified in recent years and is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway. The surrounding area, designated for emergency action planning, meets guidelines but lacks updated inundation maps and emergency contacts. Overall, Bad Axe 17 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and protecting the local community from potential water-related disasters.