Amer Froysland-New F
Key Takeaway
Amer Froysland-New F is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 41.3% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 41 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00830 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Froysland, Amer
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Amer Froysland-New F?
Amer Froysland-New F 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-New F?
Amer Froysland-New F is owned by Froysland, Amer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Amer Froysland-New F built?
Amer Froysland-New F was completed in 1978, making it 48 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Amer Froysland-New F?
Amer Froysland-New F serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Amer Froysland-New F?
Amer Froysland-New F has a dam height of 12 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-New F last inspected?
Amer Froysland-New F was last inspected on July 20, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.