The State of Emergency for imminent danger is no longer in effect for the Town of Easton,

Easton Lake Dam area and for residents downstream.  The continual drawdown of the water

level has lessened the danger of a dam failure or breach at this time.

     There may be cloudy water noted on the downstream side of the dam.  This natural

occurrence is due to minor sedimentation with the movement of higher than usual levels of

water.  The water is carrying some light soils with it as it moves through the local creeks as it

eventually makes it way to the Wisconsin River.  This will lessen with time.

     The Town of Easton actions to close 11^th Drive over the dam and suspension of water

activities will remain in effect until further notice.  Please note a separate Press Release from the

County Public Health Officer for health issues related to actions on the exposed lake bed.

          ATV users should be aware per Chapter 30 Wisconsin State Statutes that no person may

operate a motor vehicle in or on any navigable water or the exposed bed of a navigable

waterway with the following exceptions:  stream crossing; agriculture activities; activities for

which a permit is issued; amphibious vehicles; boat launching; on frozen water; and access to

frozen waters.  

     Should there be questions concerning the Easton dam situation, Adams County Emergency

Management may be contacted at 608/339-4248 during normal business hours 8:00 AM – 4:30