Basin 61-307w

Chippewa River-TR· Pope, Minnesota· Built 2000· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Basin 61-307w is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 16.2% in MN)
Dam Length410 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge120 cfs
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDMN01394

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: August 30, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

USFWS and landowner

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Basin 61-307w?

Basin 61-307w 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 Basin 61-307w?

Basin 61-307w is owned by USFWS and landowner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Basin 61-307w built?

Basin 61-307w was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Basin 61-307w?

Basin 61-307w serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Basin 61-307w?

Basin 61-307w has a dam height of 8 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 Basin 61-307w last inspected?

Basin 61-307w was last inspected on August 30, 2017. 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.