Forester Mueller Lumber Co, also known as Hiles Mill Pond, is a local government-owned dam located in Hiles, Wisconsin.
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The dam, completed in 1890, serves primarily for recreational purposes and spans 150 feet in length with a height of 13.5 feet. It is situated on the Pine Creek river and has a maximum discharge of 315 cubic feet per second.
The dam has a significant hazard potential and is classified as having a very high risk level. Despite being in fair condition as of the last assessment in February 2019, it is subject to regular state inspection, enforcement, and permitting by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 1200 acre-feet and a drainage area of 6.6 square miles.
With its historical significance and importance for recreation in the area, the Forester Mueller Lumber Co dam represents a vital water resource in Forest County, Wisconsin. Its management and upkeep play a crucial role in ensuring public safety and maintaining the integrity of the surrounding ecosystem in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1890 |
Dam Length |
150 |
Dam Height |
13.5 |
River Or Stream |
PINE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
373 |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Drainage Area |
6.6 |
Nid Storage |
3300 |
Structural Height |
13.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
14 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Pine Lake Recreation Area Campground
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Laurel Lake Recreation Area
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Laurel Lake
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Seven Mile Lake Campground
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North Branch (Sections 19/30 Line) To Unnamed Creek In Sec 4, T37N, R13E
Unnamed Creek To Forest Boundary In Sec 14, T37N, R13E
North Branch--Origin In Sec 10, T38N, R13E To 1/4 Mile West Of Highway 55
Main Branch--Headwaters To Forest Road 2174
1/4 Mile West Of Highway 55 To Confluence With Main Branch
Main Branch--Origin In Sec 23, T38N, R13E To Forest Road 2167