Buffalo-Red Project No. 5
Minnesota — Clay County — Spring Creek
Location
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Clay |
| River | Spring Creek |
| Coordinates | 46.73586, -96.43799 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| NID Storage | 496 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 496 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | August 30, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 8 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1983 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | WD of Buffalo-Red River |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.