Bullard Creek No. 2

Bullard Creek· Goodhue, Minnesota· Built 1977· Earth· 38 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Bullard Creek No. 2 is classified as significant hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 38 ft (taller than 92.4% in MN)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage84 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge796 cfs
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDMN00866

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 21, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Stumpf

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bullard Creek No. 2?

Bullard Creek No. 2 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Bullard Creek No. 2?

Bullard Creek No. 2 is owned by Stumpf (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bullard Creek No. 2 built?

Bullard Creek No. 2 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Bullard Creek No. 2?

Bullard Creek No. 2 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 Bullard Creek No. 2?

Bullard Creek No. 2 has a dam height of 38 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 Bullard Creek No. 2 last inspected?

Bullard Creek No. 2 was last inspected on July 21, 2022. 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.