Caraway Wma
Key Takeaway
Caraway Wma is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 16.2% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 207 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01778 |
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 Caraway Wma?
Caraway 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 Caraway Wma?
Caraway Wma is owned by MNDNR-Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Caraway Wma built?
Caraway Wma was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Caraway Wma?
Caraway 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 Caraway Wma?
Caraway 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 Caraway Wma last inspected?
Caraway Wma was last inspected on May 3, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.