Wisconsin Code § 31.35

Dams in areas leased by county; restrictions; control by circuit judge; when
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(1) Dams controlling the
water elevations in areas covered by leases made under s. 59.01
shall be operated in such manner as not to divert waters or withhold from any cranberry reservoir to the damage of any cranberry
marsh now served or dependent upon such water supply or to any
crops or works therein.
(2) The circuit court for the county where the leased lands are
located shall, upon petition and proof that any cranberry marsh or
crops or works thereon are endangered or likely to be damaged by
the operation of any dam or water control, make a summary order
for the release, impounding or control of the waters affected by
the dam or dams, to be and remain in force until dissolved by due
notice and hearing.

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