Fish Lake Wla Canute Flowage, located in Burnett, Wisconsin, is a state-regulated water resource with a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment.
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This earth dam, completed in 1974, serves multiple purposes, including providing storage capacity of up to 2400 acre-feet of water from the Canute Creek drainage area. The flowage covers a surface area of 360 acres and has a maximum discharge capacity of 250 cubic feet per second.
With a controlled spillway type and a structural height of 14.3 feet, Fish Lake Wla Canute Flowage offers recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing. Despite its very high risk assessment rating, the flowage maintains a low hazard potential, ensuring the safety of nearby communities. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources oversees the regulation, inspection, and enforcement of this water resource, demonstrating a commitment to sustainable water management practices in the region.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
2950 |
Dam Height |
14.3 |
River Or Stream |
CANUTE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
360 |
Hydraulic Height |
7.9 |
Drainage Area |
10.8 |
Nid Storage |
2400 |
Structural Height |
14.3 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |
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