Bejou Wma
Key Takeaway
Bejou Wma is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 16.2% in MN) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2016 |
| NID ID | MN01503 |
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
MNDNR-Wildlife
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bejou Wma?
Bejou Wma 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 Bejou Wma?
Bejou Wma is owned by MNDNR-Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bejou Wma built?
Bejou Wma was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Bejou Wma?
Bejou Wma 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 Bejou Wma?
Bejou Wma 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 Bejou Wma last inspected?
Bejou Wma was last inspected on April 19, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.