Brandt Angus Impoundment

Grand Marais Creek-TR· Polk, Minnesota· Built 2012· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Brandt Angus Impoundment is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 48.1% in MN)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage6.9K acre-ft
Surface Area395 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Year Completed2012 (14 years old)
NID IDMN01609

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: June 13, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

WD of Middle-Snake-Tamarac Rivers

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brandt Angus Impoundment?

Brandt Angus Impoundment 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 Brandt Angus Impoundment?

Brandt Angus Impoundment is owned by WD of Middle-Snake-Tamarac Rivers (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Brandt Angus Impoundment built?

Brandt Angus Impoundment was completed in 2012, making it 14 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 Brandt Angus Impoundment?

Brandt Angus Impoundment 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 Brandt Angus Impoundment?

Brandt Angus Impoundment has a dam height of 14 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 Brandt Angus Impoundment last inspected?

Brandt Angus Impoundment was last inspected on June 13, 2013. 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.