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Whiting Mill Dam, located in Plover, Wisconsin, is a gravity dam completed in 1925 for hydroelectric and water supply purposes. Designed by Orbison & Orbison, the dam stands at a height of 24 feet and has a hydraulic height of 22 feet, with a storage capacity of 1,240 acre-feet. The dam spans 1,761 feet and has a spillway width of 400 feet, with a maximum discharge capacity of 106,500 cubic feet per second.
The dam is under the jurisdiction of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and is not state-regulated. It has a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating. The emergency action plan for the dam was last revised in November 2019. The dam's condition assessment is currently not available, and it has not been inspected since July 2017.
Whiting Mill Dam plays a crucial role in harnessing hydroelectric power and providing water supply in the region. With its historical significance and structural integrity, the dam continues to be a key asset in managing water resources and contributing to the local economy and environment. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering marvel and the impact of Whiting Mill Dam on the surrounding landscape.
Year_Completed | 1925 |
Dam_Height | 24 |
River_Or_Stream | Wisconsin River |
Dam_Length | 1761 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Gravity |
Surface_Area | 240 |
Hydraulic_Height | 22 |
Drainage_Area | 4964 |
Nid_Storage | 1240 |
Outlet_Gates | Tainter (radial) - 20 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Rock, Soil |
Nid_Height | 24 |
YELLOW RIVER AT NECEDAH | 1820cfs |
FOX RIVER AT PRINCETON | 1510cfs |
WISCONSIN RIVER AT ROTHSCHILD | 19000cfs |
EAU CLAIRE RIVER AT KELLY | 2360cfs |
BIG EAU PLEINE RIVER AT STRATFORD | 2090cfs |
TENMILE CREEK NEAR NEKOOSA | 130cfs |
BARABOO RIVER NEAR BARABOO | 824cfs |