VILLAGE OF MERTON, Wis. (CBS 58) -- The Merton Millpond Dam is at a level two emergency state, according to local law enforcement, indicating a "high potential for failure."

Village of Hartland police say the dam has not been breached at this time, and the Wisconsin DNR is confident they will be able to reinforce it -- however, residents and businesses along the Bark River are cautioned to be aware of the potential rise in water levels. 

The Village of Merton says there has been "significant erosion" and engineers and local authorities are on scene evaluating.

Police say the Bark River water level could rise within the 100 to 500-year floodplain.

Residents in the area should continue to monitor water levels -- you can see if you're in the floodplain by clicking here.