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Apple Creek Dam #2, located in Outagamie, Wisconsin, is a concrete multi-arch dam on the Apple Creek, with a height of 11.1 feet and a hydraulic height of 10 feet. This dam, owned by the local government, is regulated by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WIDNR) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its satisfactory condition and low hazard potential. The dam has a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet and a controlled spillway type.
Despite its low hazard potential, Apple Creek Dam #2 is rated as having a very high risk assessment, with a risk management summary of 1. The dam's last inspection took place in June 2018, with an inspection frequency of 10 years. The dam is not operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers and does not have associated structures or outlet gates. The surrounding area is at risk of inundation, although specific risk management measures and emergency action plans have not been detailed.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Apple Creek Dam #2 can appreciate its unique design as a concrete multi-arch structure and its role in regulating water flow on the Apple Creek. The dam's location in a high-risk area underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to prevent potential hazards. The involvement of the WIDNR in regulating and inspecting the dam highlights the commitment to ensuring the safety and integrity of water infrastructure in Wisconsin.
Dam_Height | 11.1 |
River_Or_Stream | APPLE CREEK |
Primary_Dam_Type | Concrete |
Hydraulic_Height | 10 |
Nid_Storage | 65 |
Structural_Height | 11.1 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Nid_Height | 11 |
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