Bear Creek Site 17
Key Takeaway
Bear Creek Site 17 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 89% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01418 |
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
SWCD of Root River
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bear Creek Site 17?
Bear Creek Site 17 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 Bear Creek Site 17?
Bear Creek Site 17 is owned by SWCD of Root River (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bear Creek Site 17 built?
Bear Creek Site 17 was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Bear Creek Site 17?
Bear Creek Site 17 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 Bear Creek Site 17?
Bear Creek Site 17 has a dam height of 34 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 Bear Creek Site 17 last inspected?
Bear Creek Site 17 was last inspected on June 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.