Kaiser And Fisher Flowage dam
Kaiser And Fisher Flowage
Kaiser and Fisher Flowage, located in Rusk County, Wisconsin, is a significant earth dam completed in 1966 for the primary purpose of recreation. With a height of 20 feet and a hydraulic height of 8 feet, this dam serves as a vital reservoir with a storage capacity of 800 acre-feet. The flowage covers an area of 86 acres and has a drainage area of 13 square miles, making it a crucial water resource for the region.
Managed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Kaiser and Fisher Flowage is subject to regular state inspection, enforcement, and permitting to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with regulations. With a fair condition assessment and a hazard potential classified as significant, the flowage poses various risks that are actively managed to mitigate any potential threats to the surrounding community. The controlled spillway and maximum discharge capacity of 1200 cubic feet per second further demonstrate the importance of proper management and maintenance of this water resource.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Kaiser and Fisher Flowage represents a fascinating case study in reservoir management and dam infrastructure. The flowage's very high risk assessment rating underscores the need for ongoing monitoring and risk mitigation measures to safeguard this vital water source for both recreational and environmental purposes. As efforts continue to ensure the flowage's safety and functionality, its role in supporting the local ecosystem and community remains paramount in the face of changing climate conditions.
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.
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 Kaiser And Fisher Flowage -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Jump River At Sheldon | 1,270 cfs | → |
| Flambeau River Near Bruce | 2,350 cfs | → |
| Chippewa River Near Bruce | 1,330 cfs | → |
| Chippewa River At Bishops Bridge Near Winter | 598 cfs | → |
| Spirit River At Spirit Falls | 226 cfs | → |
| Chippewa River At Chippewa Falls | 6,620 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Kaiser And Fisher Flowage.
Boat launches
- Flambeau River -- Access
- Dairyland Reservoir -- Access - Josie Creek Rd
- Dairyland Flowage -- Access Off Point Rd
- Dairyland Reservoir -- Boat Ramp Off Dairyland Dam Rd
- Dairyland Reservoir -- Access Off Community Park Rd
- Upper Steve Creek -- Flowage Ramp
Campgrounds
- Hawkins Lions Club Park
- Hawkins Community Park
- Josie Creek County Park
- Big Falls County Campground
- Connors Lake - Flambeau River State Forest
- George's Island Camp
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About Kaiser And Fisher Flowage
Where does the data for Kaiser And Fisher Flowage 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 Significant 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 above 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.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Kaiser And Fisher Flowage.