Cornell

Chippewa County, Wisconsin (near Jim Falls)

River/Stream: Chippewa River

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Gravity
Height
58 ft
Dam Length
861 ft
Reservoir Storage
6,600 acre-ft
Year Completed
1913
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
Public Utility
Max Discharge
142,000 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2021-08-10

Hazard Classification: Significant — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Satisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
WI00728
State
Wisconsin (WI)
Coordinates
45.16520, -91.15790
Age
113 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.