Seawall Health Check: Does Your Wall Need Attention?
Tick any signs you see on your shoreline. The gauge moves from green to amber to red as you check more. No contact info required.
Check Your Seawall
Wisconsin lakes push against seawalls every winter. Use this simple check as a starting point. Tick anything you are seeing on your shoreline.
This tool is general guidance, not an engineering inspection.
The Full Checklist
The same signs the tool checks, listed here as text so the page can be read and indexed.
- Wall leaning toward the lake
- Cracks or gaps in the wall or cap
- Soil, sand or stones washing out at the base
- Sinkholes or soft spots in the lawn behind the wall
- Water seeping through joints
- Damage after ice went out
- Wall is old and I don't know its history
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the seawall health check do?
It is an interactive checklist. Tick any signs you are seeing on your shoreline and the gauge moves from green to amber to red as you check more. It gives you a result instantly with no contact info required.
Is this an engineering inspection?
No. This tool is general guidance, not an engineering inspection. It helps you know when to call for a site visit, but it does not replace one.
What should I do if I see several signs?
Three or more signs usually means fill is escaping behind the wall. Use the Send Photos for a Second Opinion button to send your details, or call us for a site visit.
When should I check my seawall?
Walk your shoreline after ice out each spring. That is when winter damage shows up, and it is the best time to catch a small problem before it grows.
Ready to Build on the Water?
Call us or send your project details. We serve lakes within 50 miles of Elkhorn.