Crex Meadows Whiskey Creek Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Crex Meadows Whiskey Creek is a state-owned dam located in Burnett, Wisconsin, completed in 1973 for purposes other than flood control or water storage.


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Summary

This Earth-type dam stands at 7 feet high and spans 1900 feet, with a storage capacity of 450 acre-feet. The dam is primarily regulated by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WIDNR) and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement procedures to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with state regulations.

Situated on Whiskey Creek, this low-hazard dam serves as a critical component of the local water resource infrastructure, contributing to a surface area of 140 acres and a normal storage capacity of 150 acre-feet. While the dam's condition assessment is currently labeled as "Not Rated," it meets state permitting and inspection requirements, with an inspection frequency of 10 years. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area and is integral to the overall ecosystem of Crex Meadows.

With its strategic location and operational significance, Crex Meadows Whiskey Creek dam provides essential water management functions in the region. As a state-regulated structure, it ensures the protection of downstream areas while also supporting wildlife habitats and recreational activities in the surrounding area. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to recognize and appreciate the role that dams like Crex Meadows Whiskey Creek play in maintaining the balance and sustainability of our natural environment.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

1900

Dam Height

7

River Or Stream

WHISKEY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

140

Hydraulic Height

3

Nid Storage

450

Structural Height

7

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

7
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.