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Schultz, a private dam located in Trempealeau, Wisconsin, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock maintenance, and small fish pond management. Built in 1974 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 28.6 feet and has a hydraulic height of 21.6 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 21 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 1.5 acres, with a drainage area of 0.2 square miles.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Schultz is subject to state regulation and inspection by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. The dam's condition was assessed as fair in May 2020, with a very high risk rating of 1. The last inspection took place in October 2010, with a scheduled inspection frequency of 10 years. While the dam's Emergency Action Plan status and compliance with guidelines are unclear, the dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and has a maximum discharge capacity of 60 cubic feet per second.
Overall, Schultz serves as a vital water resource for the local community in Arcadia, providing essential functions for fire protection and agricultural activities. Its design and construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service highlight the importance of sustainable water management practices. With its state-regulated status and fair condition, Schultz remains a crucial infrastructure element for managing water resources in Trempealeau County.
Year_Completed | 1974 |
Dam_Height | 28.6 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-MEYERS VALLEY CREEK |
Dam_Length | 800 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 1.5 |
Hydraulic_Height | 21.6 |
Drainage_Area | 0.2 |
Nid_Storage | 21 |
Structural_Height | 28.6 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Nid_Height | 29 |
MERAMEC RIVER NEAR SULLIVAN | 17500cfs |
GASCONADE RIVER AT JEROME | 20900cfs |
EAST FORK BLACK RIVER NR LESTERVILLE | 2490cfs |
MERAMEC RIVER AT COOK STATION | 1250cfs |
LITTLE PINEY CREEK AT NEWBURG | 1740cfs |
BOURBEUSE RIVER NEAR HIGH GATE | 5820cfs |
BIG PINEY BELOW FT. LEONARD WOOD | 3960cfs |