Lindow dam
Lindow
Lindow, located in Florence, Wisconsin, is a privately-owned earth dam constructed in 1972 by the USDA NRCS for recreational purposes such as fire protection, stock, and small fish pond activities. The dam stands at 22 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a length of 255 feet, creating a storage capacity of 116 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 6 acres. The dam is regulated by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WIDNR) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Lindow poses a very high risk due to its location on the TR Pine River, with a maximum discharge capacity of 110 cubic feet per second. The dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and has a drainage area of 0.8 square miles. Emergency action plans have been prepared for the dam, although they have not been updated recently. The dam is not under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers and is not associated with any federal agency for funding, design, construction, or operation.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lindow serves as a prime example of a privately-owned recreational dam that plays a crucial role in fire protection and stock preservation activities. Its location on the TR Pine River in Florence, Wisconsin, highlights the importance of proper regulatory oversight and maintenance to mitigate potential risks and ensure the safety of surrounding communities. With its controlled spillway and regular inspections, Lindow stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between private owners and state regulatory agencies to manage water resources effectively in the face of changing climate conditions.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Lindow -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pine River Below Pine R Powerplant Nr Florence | 368 cfs | → |
| Menominee River At Twin Falls Near Iron Mt | 3,420 cfs | → |
| Brule River Near Commonwealth | 580 cfs | → |
| Menominee River Near Florence | 1,660 cfs | → |
| Brule River At Us Highway 2 Near Florence | 277 cfs | → |
| Popple River Near Fence | 69 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lindow.
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About Lindow
Where does the data for Lindow come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card below for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.