Lake Arrowhead, also known as Lake Manchester, is a stunning reservoir located in Rome, Adams County, Wisconsin.
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Managed by the local government, this body of water serves as a vital source for recreational activities in the area. Completed in 1978, the earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 4,800 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 2,700 acre-feet.
With a surface area of 300 acres and a drainage area of 98.8 square miles, Lake Arrowhead is fed by the 14 Mile Creek and has a maximum discharge capacity of 660 cubic feet per second. The spillway, which is uncontrolled, has a width of 15 feet. Despite being classified as having low hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected and deemed to be in satisfactory condition. The risk assessment for Lake Arrowhead is moderate, with a DSAC risk rating of 3.
Overall, Lake Arrowhead stands as a picturesque destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike. From its serene waters to its recreational offerings, this reservoir in Wisconsin is a testament to effective dam management and serves as a model for sustainable water resource utilization in the region.
Years Modified |
1993 - Other |
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
1300 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
14 MILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
300 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
98.8 |
Nid Storage |
4800 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
34 |
Tenmile Creek Near Nekoosa
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27cfs |
Wisconsin River At Wisconsin Rapids
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1960cfs |
Yellow River At Babcock
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44cfs |
Yellow River At Necedah
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52cfs |
Lemonweir River At New Lisbon
|
261cfs |
Tomorrow River Near Nelsonville
|
26cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Pineland Camping
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Juneau County Wilderness Park Campground
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Petenwell County Park Main Campground
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Petenwell County Park Annex Campground
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Lake Arrowhead -- Access Nr 15th Ave And Council Hill Trl
Petenwell Lake -- Access - Devil's Elbow
Petenwell Lake -- Access off County Hwy Z
Petenwell Lake / Wisconsin River -- Fourteen Mile Creek Access
Petenwell Lake / Wisconsin River -- Access off Apache Ln
Lake Sherwood -- Access - near State Hwy 13