Weyauwega dam
Weyauwega
Located in Waupaca, Wisconsin, Weyauwega is a hydroelectric dam on the Waupaca River constructed in 1852 by O'Keefe & Orbison. The dam stands at 29.5 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 14 feet and a length of 240 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 1259 acre-feet and a drainage area of 310 square miles, Weyauwega plays a crucial role in water resource management and hydroelectric power generation in the region.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Weyauwega serves primarily for hydroelectric purposes but also offers recreational opportunities. The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 36 feet and three Tainter (radial) outlet gates. While the hazard potential is classified as low, the risk assessment indicates a very high risk level, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance. With its historical significance and environmental impact, Weyauwega stands as a cornerstone in the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area.
As a key structure in the water infrastructure network, Weyauwega contributes to the sustainable utilization of water resources and renewable energy production. The dam's location in the Waupaca River watershed underscores its role in regulating water flow, supporting wildlife habitats, and providing recreational opportunities for the local community. With its rich history and ongoing operational significance, Weyauwega serves as a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to understand the interconnectedness of human activities and environmental systems in the region.
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 Weyauwega -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| San Miguel Ck Nr Tilden | 6 cfs | → |
| Frio Rv At Tilden | 0 cfs | → |
| Atascosa Rv At Whitsett | 194 cfs | → |
| Nueces Rv Nr Tilden | 111 cfs | → |
| Choke Canyon Res Owc Nr Three Rivers | 37 cfs | → |
| Nueces Rv Nr Three Rivers | 885 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Weyauwega .
Boat launches
- White Lake -- Access Off Waukaunaka St
- White Lake -- Access At The End Of Park Ave
- Partridge Lake -- River Street - Village Of Fremont
- Wolf River -- Fremont Village Park And Launch
- Bear Lake -- Access At S Side Of Lake Off Lake Street
- Wolf River -- Shaw Landing Access
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Weyauwega in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Weyauwega
Where does the data for Weyauwega 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 Low 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 Weyauwega .