Chier Sand Co. Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 12, 2025

Chier Sand Co., located in Taylor, Wisconsin, is a privately owned dam regulated by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.


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Summary

Constructed in 1978, this earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and spans 500 feet across, with a maximum storage capacity of 70 acre-feet. The primary purpose of Chier Sand Co. dam is categorized as "Other" and it serves the Jonah Coulee Creek in Jackson County.

With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, Chier Sand Co. dam is regularly inspected by state authorities every 10 years to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with safety regulations. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and there is no established emergency action plan or inundation maps prepared for this site. Despite these gaps, the dam's risk management measures have not been specified in the available data.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts monitoring Chier Sand Co. can find valuable information regarding the dam's design, construction, and operational details. This data can help assess the potential impact of the dam on the surrounding environment and communities, as well as inform decision-making processes related to water resource management and climate resilience in the region.

Year Completed

1978

Dam Length

500

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

JONAH COULEE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Hydraulic Height

14

Drainage Area

1

Nid Storage

70

Structural Height

18

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

18
       
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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.