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FUNKS

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Oconomowoc River
May 3, 2025


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Funks, located in North Lake, Wisconsin, is a privately owned dam on the Oconomowoc River with a primary purpose of recreation. Built in 1850, this Earth-type dam stands at 7 feet high and spans 300 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet and a drainage area of 42 square miles. Despite its age, Funks remains in a significant hazard potential category due to its very high risk assessment rating.

While the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, it is state-regulated by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. Although it lacks certain federal agency oversight, Funks is subject to regular inspections and has an emergency action plan in place to address any potential risks associated with its structural integrity. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Funks represents an important piece of Wisconsin's dam infrastructure that contributes to both recreation and water management in the region.

Years_Modified 1928 - Other
Year_Completed 1850
Dam_Height 7
River_Or_Stream OCONOMOWOC RIVER
Dam_Length 300
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 31
Hydraulic_Height 5
Drainage_Area 42
Nid_Storage 80
Structural_Height 7
Hazard_Potential Significant
Nid_Height 7
       

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