Shiocton Mitigation dam
Shiocton Mitigation
Shiocton Mitigation, located in Shiocton, Wisconsin, is a state-regulated structure designed for water resource and climate mitigation. Owned by the state of Wisconsin and regulated by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WIDNR), this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 6.1 feet with a length of 19,952 feet. It has a storage capacity of 2,000 acre-feet and serves the primary purpose of controlled spillway for flood control.
Despite being assessed as in fair condition during the last inspection in June 2019, Shiocton Mitigation poses a low hazard potential and is deemed to have very high risk due to its critical role in mitigating water resource issues in the area. With a history of state inspection, permitting, and enforcement, this structure is actively managed to ensure its safety and effectiveness in managing water flow and climate-related challenges. The proximity of the dam to the Detroit District and the involvement of state agencies highlight the collaborative effort in water resource management in Outagamie County.
In the event of an emergency, the structure has protocols in place, although the last update to the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) was in 2013. With a focus on risk management and mitigation measures, Shiocton Mitigation serves as a vital infrastructure for the region, underlining the importance of proactive monitoring and maintenance to address the impacts of climate change and ensure the resilience of water resources in the area.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Shiocton Mitigation -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Wolf River At New London | 2,940 cfs | → |
| Fox River At Appleton | 8,310 cfs | → |
| Little Wolf River At Royalton | -999,999 cfs | → |
| Embarrass River Near Embarrass | 425 cfs | → |
| Duck Creek Near Howard | 27 cfs | → |
| East River At Ct Highway Zz Near Greenleaf | 8 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Shiocton Mitigation.
Boat launches
- Wolf River -- Hwy X Boat Launch - New London
- Wolf River -- Access - Off County Road X - Town Of Mukwa
- White Lake -- Access
- Wolf River -- Shaw Landing Access
- Pigeon Lake -- Access
- Fox River -- Village Of Kimberly - Sunset Park Ramp
Campgrounds
Track Shiocton Mitigation in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Shiocton Mitigation
Where does the data for Shiocton Mitigation come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Shiocton Mitigation.