Homeowners Insurance & Natural Hazard Costs in Wisconsin Dells
Wisconsin Dells carries a real, distinct local hazard history -- the 2008 Lake Delton dam breach -- alongside Wisconsin's standard statewide homeowners insurance cost range.
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Learn moreA real, dated, distinct local flood event
On June 9, 2008, saturated soil beneath a section of Highway A failed, draining the entire 267-acre Lake Delton into the Wisconsin River within hours -- roughly 600 million gallons of water, destroying five homes. No one was killed or injured, and the state funded repairs.
Wisconsin's statewide insurance range applies
No Wisconsin Dells-specific premium data distinct from the statewide Wisconsin range ($1,367-$2,465/year depending on coverage level) was found this pass -- confirm current, address-specific quotes directly with a carrier.
Wisconsin's cold-wave-led hazard profile
Beyond the Lake Delton dam breach's distinct local history, Wisconsin Dells shares Wisconsin's real, statewide cold-wave-led primary hazard profile, plus seasonal severe-thunderstorm and tornado exposure typical of south-central Wisconsin.
Key takeaways
- The 2008 Lake Delton dam breach is a real, dated, distinct local flood event worth understanding as hazard history.
- Wisconsin's statewide insurance range ($1,367-$2,465/year) applies; confirm address-specific quotes directly.
- Cold wave remains the primary statewide hazard, alongside seasonal severe-storm and tornado exposure.
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