Carimona Detention
Key Takeaway
Carimona Detention is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 86.1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 40 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00974 |
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
Ramaker, Carol & Soland, Laverne;Township of Carimona
Local Government
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Low Hazard 28 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Carimona Detention?
Carimona Detention 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 Carimona Detention?
Carimona Detention is owned by Ramaker, Carol & Soland, Laverne;Township of Carimona (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carimona Detention built?
Carimona Detention was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Carimona Detention?
Carimona Detention 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 Carimona Detention?
Carimona Detention has a dam height of 32 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 Carimona Detention last inspected?
Carimona Detention was last inspected on April 5, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.