Buck'S Mill
Key Takeaway
Buck'S Mill is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 53.5% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 70 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 160 acres |
| Drainage Area | 135 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01638 |
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-Fisheries
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Buck'S Mill?
Buck'S Mill 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 Buck'S Mill?
Buck'S Mill is owned by MNDNR-Fisheries (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buck'S Mill built?
Buck'S Mill was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Buck'S Mill?
Buck'S Mill serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Buck'S Mill?
Buck'S Mill has a dam height of 16 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 Buck'S Mill last inspected?
Buck'S Mill was last inspected on July 31, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.