Pokorney is a privately owned dam located in Juneau, Wisconsin, along the Tr Lemonweir river.
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Built in 1969 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 9 feet and stretches 3680 feet in length. Primarily used for recreation purposes, the dam has a storage capacity of 400 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 19 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential, Pokorney has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, indicating a need for risk management measures. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 85 feet and outlet gates that are also uncontrolled. The condition assessment of the dam is currently listed as 'Not Available', with inspection frequency set at 10 years.
Even though no state regulatory agency is overseeing Pokorney, it is funded, designed, and constructed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. With its serene location and recreational potential, Pokorney serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and managing water resources in a sustainable and responsible manner, especially in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
3680 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
Tr Lemonweir |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
19 |
Drainage Area |
2.35 |
Nid Storage |
400 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
9 |
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Castle Rock Park Campground
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Comanchee
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Winnebago
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Castle Rock County Park
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Adams County Castle Rock
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Rocky Arbor State Park Campground
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