Herbeck Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Herbeck, also known as Camp Cherith, is a private water resource located in Vernon, Wisconsin.


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Summary

Built in 1967, this earth dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation. With a dam height of 30 feet and a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, Herbeck covers a surface area of 4 acres and has a drainage area of 0.2 square miles.

Managed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Herbeck is regulated and inspected regularly to ensure its safety and efficacy. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in June 2020 was reported as fair. The spillway is of a controlled type with a width of 22 feet, and the maximum discharge capacity is 89 cubic feet per second.

Located within the St. Paul District, Herbeck is a significant water resource in the area under the jurisdiction of the WIDNR. With its historical significance and ongoing maintenance, Herbeck continues to provide essential services for fire protection, recreation, and wildlife conservation in the region, making it a vital asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and appreciate.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

326

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

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Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Hydraulic Height

24

Drainage Area

0.2

Nid Storage

50

Structural Height

30

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

30
       
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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.