Built in 1974, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 35 acre-feet. Its primary purposes include fire protection and serving as a stock or small fish pond, with a surface area of 3 acres and a drainage area of 0.3 square miles. The dam is regulated by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WIDNR) and has state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Jordon #1 is assessed to be in fair condition as of February 2021. The dam has a moderate risk rating (3) and undergoes inspections every 10 years, with the last inspection conducted in October 2020. While there are no emergency action plans (EAP) currently in place, the dam meets state guidelines, and there have been no recent updates regarding emergency contacts or inundation maps. With its controlled spillway type and overall stable condition, Jordon #1 continues to serve its intended purposes effectively while maintaining safety standards for its surrounding environment.
Kickapoo River At La Farge
|
298cfs |
Wisconsin River At Muscoda
|
16000cfs |
Kickapoo River At State Highway 33 At Ontario
|
149cfs |
Wisconsin River Near Wisconsin Dells
|
12400cfs |
Lemonweir River At New Lisbon
|
1210cfs |
Baraboo River Near Baraboo
|
489cfs |
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
360 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HAWKINS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
35 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
31 |
Lone Rock
To The Confluence Of The Green And Wisconsin Rivers
Honey Creek (County Road Y On The Southern Bank) To The State Route 130 Highway Bridge Crossing At Lone Rock
The Big Green River
To The River'S Mouth At The Mississippi River
Western Boundary Of Effigy Mounds National Monument To Boundary Of Effigy Mounds National Monument