Crystal, also known as Little Hope, is a gravity dam located in Waupaca, Wisconsin, owned by the local government and regulated by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
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Completed in 1948, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a serene spot for visitors to enjoy the surrounding area. With a dam height of 10 feet and a hydraulic height of 7 feet, Crystal has a normal storage capacity of 30 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 870 cubic feet per second.
Despite its age, Crystal remains a significant structure with a hazard potential rated as "Significant" and a risk assessment of "Very High (1)". Although the dam's condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated", regular inspections are conducted every 3 years to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently undetermined, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate any potential risks associated with this essential water resource.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
CRYSTAL |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Drainage Area |
82 |
Nid Storage |
78 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
10 |
Waupaca River Near Waupaca
|
431cfs |
Little Wolf River At Royalton
|
-999999cfs |
Tomorrow River Near Nelsonville
|
26cfs |
Wolf River At New London
|
1050cfs |
Fox River At Berlin
|
733cfs |
Fox River At Princeton
|
686cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Onaway
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Hartman Creek State Park Campground
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Napowan Adventure Base
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Badger
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