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Clark County No. 10, also known as Abbot Ranch Flowage, is a gravity dam located in Clark County, Wisconsin. Completed in 1967, this dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has a normal storage capacity of 30 acre-feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. The dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a structural height of 10 feet, with a length of 2600 feet. Its associated drainage area covers 3 square miles, and the maximum discharge rate is recorded at 580 cubic feet per second.
This dam is regulated by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WIDNR) and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The last inspection in October 2017 rated the dam's condition as "Fair" with a low hazard potential. Despite its relatively low hazard potential, a risk assessment has classified the dam's risk level as "Very High (1)", indicating the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and stability. With its strategic location along Hay Creek and Creek 14-12, Clark County No. 10 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Clark County No. 10 to be an intriguing infrastructure project that highlights the intersection of human engineering and environmental stewardship. As a key component of the local government's water management system, this dam showcases the delicate balance between harnessing water resources for human use and protecting the surrounding ecosystem. With its historical significance and ongoing regulatory oversight, Clark County No. 10 serves as a valuable case study for understanding the complexities of managing water resources in a dynamic and ever-changing climate.
Year_Completed | 1967 |
Dam_Height | 10 |
River_Or_Stream | HAY CREEK,CREEK 14-12 |
Dam_Length | 2600 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Gravity |
Surface_Area | 12 |
Hydraulic_Height | 8 |
Drainage_Area | 3 |
Nid_Storage | 50 |
Structural_Height | 10 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Nid_Height | 10 |
AMITE RIVER NEAR DENHAM SPRINGS | 4620cfs |
BAYOU LAFOURCHE AT THIBODAUX | 902cfs |
WAX LAKE OUTLET AT CALUMET | 214000cfs |
LOWER ATCHAFALAYA RIVER AT MORGAN CITY | 194000cfs |
TICKFAW RIVER AT HOLDEN | 421cfs |
CHARENTON DRAINAGE CANAL AT BALDWIN | 7760cfs |
NATALBANY RIVER AT BAPTIST | 14cfs |