Propst dam
Propst
Located in Taylor, Wisconsin, the Propst dam serves various purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management. Built in 1970 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet with a hydraulic height of 10 feet and a structural height of 14 feet. It has a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 27 acres, with a drainage area of 0.4 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WIDNR) and undergoes regular inspections, with the last assessment rating its condition as fair in May 2020. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, capable of discharging up to 6 cubic feet per second. Although no associated structures or federal agency involvement are reported, the Propst dam remains a vital water resource in the region, contributing to the overall ecological balance of the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Propst offers an intriguing case study in dam management and the intersection of human-made structures with natural environments.
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 Propst -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Jump River At Sheldon | 198 cfs | → |
| Flambeau River Near Bruce | 1,710 cfs | → |
| Chippewa River At Chippewa Falls | 3,370 cfs | → |
| Chippewa River Near Bruce | 1,110 cfs | → |
| Black River At Neillsville | 196 cfs | → |
| Red Cedar River Near Colfax | 841 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Propst.
Boat launches
- Otter Lake -- Access At Near 165th Ave
- Otter Lake -- Access At West Side Of Lake End Of Road Off 170th Ave
- Otter Lake -- Access At 365th St
- Diamond Lake -- Access
- Chequamegon Waters Flowage -- Access Off Perkinstown Ave
- Chequamegon Waters Flowage -- Miller Dam County Park Ramp
Campgrounds
- Otter Lake Campground
- Chippewa Campground Loop
- Chippewa Recreation Area
- Kathryn Lake
- Brunet Island State Park Campground
- Big Falls County Campground
More reservoirs
Track Propst in the Snoflo app
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About Propst
Where does the data for Propst 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 Propst.