News and information

Our recent or archived news and information.

12/27/2024
Residents, public reminded to use caution near hydroelectric dams as drawdowns begin

2/22/2024

WRPCO temporarily closing boat landing along Petenwell flowage

1/26/2024

Residents, public reminded to use caution near hydroelectric dams as drawdowns begin

1/26/2023

Residents, public reminded to use caution near hydroelectric dams as drawdowns begin

1/26/2022

Residents, public urged to use caution near dams as drawdowns begin

5/27/2021

Start summer safely by following precautions near hydroelectric dams

1/27/2021

WRPCO advises residents, public to use safety steps as drawdowns begin

1/20/2020

WRPCO encourages residents, outdoor enthusiasts to use caution as drawdowns begin

5/20/2019

Outdoor opening: Spots remain available for Deer Hunt for Disabled Hunters

2/1/2019

Residents, outdoor enthusiasts reminded of drawdowns at WRPCO dams

4/9/2018

Unique opportunity awaits participants in 10th Deer Hunt for Disabled Hunters

4/2/2018

Dam Safety Awareness Week, April 1-7

1/22/2018

Residents, outdoor enthusiasts reminded of drawdowns at WRPCO dams

Archived News Releases

2014

• WRPCO warns of THIN ICE close to Hydro Electric Facilities
• WRPCO Prepares for Annual Deer Hunt for Disabled Hunters
• WRPCO Supports Dam Safety Awareness Week April 7-12
• WRPCO Reminds Petenwell and Castle Rock Users to Exercise Caution During Spring's High River Flow
• Despite recent cold temperatures WRPCO warns of THIN ICE near Hydro Electric Facilities
• Petenwell and Castle Rock Flowages Begin Annual Drawdowns in Advance of Spring Runoff

2013

• WRPCO to Lower Castle Rock Reservoir to Complete Ditch Repair Work
• Petenwell Wildlife Area Closed to Archery Hunting
• WRPCO Reminds Petenwell and Castle Rock Users to Exercise Caution During Spring's High River Flow

2012

• Portion of Petenwell Wildlife Area Open to the Public for 2012 Whitetail Deer Archery Hunting
• WRPCO Reminds Petenwell and Castle Rock Users to Exercise Caution During Spring's High River Flow

2011

• Portion of Petenwell Wildlife Area Open to the Public for 2011 Whitetail Deer Archery Hunting
• WRPCO Closes Several Boat Landings Due to High Water
• WRPCO Increasing Wisconsin River Flows Out of Petenwell, Castle Rock
• WRPCO Reminds Petenwell and Castle Rock Users to Exercise Caution During Spring's High River Flow
• Petenwell Dam Area in Central Wisconsin Offers Prime Bald Eagle Viewing
• Petenwell and Castle Rock Flowages Begin Annual Drawdowns in Advance of Spring Runoff

2010

• WRPCO is Updating Emergency Action Plans for its Hydroelectric Dams in the Central Wisconsin
• Wisconsin River Flow Decreasing at WRPCO Dams
• Wisconsin River Flow Continues to Increase
• Heavy Rainfall Increases River Flows
• WRPCO Reminds Petenwell, Castle Rock Users to Exercise Caution Following Heavy Rains
• WRPCO Reminds Petenwell, Castle Rock Users to Exercise Caution During Spring High Flows
• Petenwell and Castle Rock Reservoirs Begin Annual Drawdowns in Advance of Spring Runoff

2009

• WRPCO Disabled Hunt is Overwhelming Success!
• WRPCOReleases Beetles to Combat Purple Loosestrife
• WRPCO to Host Second Annual Deer Hunt for Disabled Persons
• WRPCO Reminds Petenwell and Castle Rock Users to Exercise Caution During Spring High Flows
• WRPCO and Agencies Take Part in Emergency Action Plan Exercises
• Petenwell and Castle Rock Reservoirs Begin Annual Drawdowns in Advance of Spring Runoff

2008

• Portion of Petenwell Wildlife Area Open to the Public for 2008 Whitetail Deer Archery Hunting
• WRPCO Begins Shoreline Stabilization Project at Castle Rock Flowage
• Eagle Released in Petenwell Area
• Permanent Duck Blinds Need To Be Removed
• WRPCO to Meet with Agencies to Discuss Potential Operational Modifications
• Petenwell and Castle Rock Reservoirs Begin Annual Drawdowns in Advance of Spring Runoff

2007 & Older

• WRPCO Completes No-Cost Upgrades to Petenwell Veterans' Park
• WRPCO Donates Archaeological Site to University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point Foundation
• WRPCO's Electric Generator Arrived at Petenwell Dam