Thorson Group West

Minnesota — Houston County — Root River S Fork-TR

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyHouston
RiverRoot River S Fork-TR
Coordinates43.72490, -91.63170

Physical Characteristics

NID Height31 ft
Dam Height29 ft
Dam Length275 ft
NID Storage20 acre-ft
Max Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionApril 26, 2023
Inspection Frequency4

Dam Information

Year Completed1963
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerMNDNR-Forestry

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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.

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