Steinhorst And Coughlin Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Steinhorst and Coughlin is a private water resource located in Sauk, Wisconsin, with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Managed by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and stretches 425 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. Completed in 1970, this structure on TR SEELEY CREEK offers a surface area of 6 acres and a maximum discharge of 1150 cubic feet per second.

Despite its low hazard potential, Steinhorst and Coughlin is currently assessed as being in poor condition as of October 2015. The dam's inspection frequency is set at 10 years, with the last inspection conducted in June 2015. With a moderate risk rating, there is a need for potential risk management measures to ensure the safety and functionality of this recreational water resource in the future.

This data underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance of water infrastructure like Steinhorst and Coughlin to mitigate risks and safeguard the surrounding community and environment. As climate change continues to impact water resources, proactive measures are vital to ensure the long-term resilience and sustainability of such crucial structures.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

425

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

TR SEELEY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

18

Drainage Area

1

Nid Storage

60

Structural Height

24

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

24
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.