Carda Impoundment
Key Takeaway
Carda Impoundment is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 48.1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 555 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 75 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2010 |
| NID ID | MN00304 |
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
Carda, Eugene
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carda Impoundment?
Carda 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 Carda Impoundment?
Carda Impoundment is owned by Carda, Eugene (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carda Impoundment built?
Carda Impoundment was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Carda Impoundment?
Carda 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 Carda Impoundment?
Carda 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 Carda Impoundment last inspected?
Carda Impoundment was last inspected on October 21, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.