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Paul Baarrett is a private earth dam located in Boaz, Wisconsin, built in 1971 by the USDA NRCS. This structure spans 280 feet in length and stands at a height of 30 feet, with a storage capacity of 40 acre-feet. The dam serves as a resource for water conservation, with a primary purpose classified as "Other."
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Paul Baarrett has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, with a width of 12 feet, and has a maximum discharge capacity of 75 cubic feet per second. The structure has not been assessed for condition, but it is inspected every 10 years to ensure its integrity.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Paul Baarrett to be an intriguing site for its conservation efforts and design by the USDA NRCS. Its location on the Tr West Branch Mill Creek in Richland County, Wisconsin, adds to its significance in managing water resources. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam plays a crucial role in water storage and management in the area.
Year_Completed | 1971 |
Dam_Height | 30 |
River_Or_Stream | Tr West Branch Mill Creek |
Dam_Length | 280 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 2 |
Drainage_Area | 0.39 |
Nid_Storage | 40 |
Outlet_Gates | Uncontrolled |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Nid_Height | 30 |
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