Amer Froysland

BUFFALO RIVER· Becker, Minnesota· Built 1958· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Amer Froysland is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 8.5% in MN)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage842 acre-ft
Normal Storage112 acre-ft
Max Discharge145 cfs
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDMN00490

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 3, 2010
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Froysland, Amer

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Amer Froysland?

Amer Froysland is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Amer Froysland?

Amer Froysland is owned by Froysland, Amer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Amer Froysland built?

Amer Froysland was completed in 1958, making it 68 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Amer Froysland?

Amer Froysland has a dam height of 7 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Amer Froysland last inspected?

Amer Froysland was last inspected on December 3, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.