Raciborski Reservoir Report
Nearby: Gollon, Bill Burzynski
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Raciborski is a vital structure located in Taylor, Wisconsin, designed by USDA NRCS to primarily serve as a debris control system along the Trunk North Fork Eau Claire River.
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Summary
Built in 1972, this earth dam stands at 17 feet high with a hydraulic height of 12.4 feet and a length of 500 feet, providing a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 0.2 square miles. With a maximum discharge capacity of 119.5 cubic feet per second, Raciborski is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, ensuring its safety and functionality.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Raciborski is assessed to be in fair condition as of October 2016, with a moderate risk rating of 3. Regular inspections are conducted every 10 years, with the last one completed in August 2016, ensuring that any necessary maintenance or repairs are promptly addressed. While the dam does not have associated locks or gates, it features an uncontrolled spillway type and covers a surface area of 21 acres, contributing to the overall water resource management and flood control efforts in the area.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Raciborski serves as a significant infrastructure contributing to the conservation and regulation of water flow along the Trunk North Fork Eau Claire River. Its design and purpose align with sustainable water management practices, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams for both their operational efficiency and safety standards. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Raciborski stands as a key component in the broader network of water infrastructure in Wisconsin, showcasing the collaborative efforts between federal agencies, state regulators, and local communities in safeguarding water resources for present and future generations.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TR N.FORK EAU CLAIRE R |
Surface Area |
21 |
Hydraulic Height |
12.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.2 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Jump River At Sheldon
|
155cfs |
Flambeau River Near Bruce
|
804cfs |
Chippewa River At Chippewa Falls
|
1490cfs |
Chippewa River Near Bruce
|
668cfs |
Black River At Neillsville
|
193cfs |
Big Eau Pleine River At Stratford
|
27cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
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