Crex Meadows Dike 6 dam
Crex Meadows Dike 6
Crex Meadows Dike 6, also known as Structure 12, is a state-owned earth dam located in Burnett, Wisconsin, along the TR Hay Creek. Built in 1962 for recreational purposes, this dam stands at a height of 7.9 feet with a hydraulic height of 3.9 feet. It spans 738 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 1000 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 200 acre-feet and a surface area of 400 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is classified as having a fair condition assessment.
Managed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WIDNR), Crex Meadows Dike 6 has state jurisdiction and is subject to regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting by the state regulatory agency. Although the dam is in fair condition as of the last assessment in August 2017, it is categorized as having a very high risk ranking, indicating the need for ongoing risk management measures. With a controlled spillway and a maximum discharge capacity of 100 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Crex Meadows Dike 6 offers a fascinating glimpse into the intersection of infrastructure, recreation, and environmental conservation. As a key component of the local watershed, this dam serves as a vital tool for flood control, habitat preservation, and water quality management. Its presence highlights the delicate balance between human activity and natural ecosystems, underscoring the importance of sustainable practices in water resource management.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Crex Meadows Dike 6 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Snake River Near Pine City | 447 cfs | → |
| Kettle River Below Sandstone | 476 cfs | → |
| St. Croix River Near Danbury | 1,320 cfs | → |
| St. Croix River At St. Croix Falls | 3,830 cfs | → |
| Rum River Near St. Francis | 428 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Crex Meadows Dike 6.
Boat launches
- Phantom Flowage -- Public Boat Launch
- St Croix Road Pine County
- Saint Croix River -- Nelson Landing
- Saint Croix River -- Norway Point Access
- Town Of Grantsburg
- Wood Lake -- Access At W Side Of Lake Off Shore Dr
Campgrounds
- Two Rivers
- James N. Mc Nally Campground
- James N Mcnally City Campground
- Eagle Bend
- Nelson Landing
- St Croix Nsr-Snake River Landing
Track Crex Meadows Dike 6 in the Snoflo app
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About Crex Meadows Dike 6
Where does the data for Crex Meadows Dike 6 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Crex Meadows Dike 6.