Bear Creek Site 8
Key Takeaway
Bear Creek Site 8 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 77.1% in MN) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01594 |
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 8?
Bear Creek Site 8 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 8?
Bear Creek Site 8 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 8 built?
Bear Creek Site 8 was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 8?
Bear Creek Site 8 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 8?
Bear Creek Site 8 has a dam height of 27 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 8 last inspected?
Bear Creek Site 8 was last inspected on June 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.