Baird-Beyer
Key Takeaway
Baird-Beyer is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 86.1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 1,650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 455 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 23 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,018 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01026 |
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
Forness, Luke & Jessie
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Baird-Beyer?
Baird-Beyer 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 Baird-Beyer?
Baird-Beyer is owned by Forness, Luke & Jessie (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baird-Beyer built?
Baird-Beyer was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Baird-Beyer?
Baird-Beyer serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Baird-Beyer?
Baird-Beyer has a dam height of 32 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 Baird-Beyer last inspected?
Baird-Beyer was last inspected on June 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.