Cedar Lake 27
Key Takeaway
Cedar Lake 27 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 | 9 ft (taller than 25.1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 84 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 238 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 51 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2019 |
| NID ID | MN01836 |
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
Fox, Jon
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cedar Lake 27?
Cedar Lake 27 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 Cedar Lake 27?
Cedar Lake 27 is owned by Fox, Jon (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedar Lake 27 built?
Cedar Lake 27 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 Cedar Lake 27?
Cedar Lake 27 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 Cedar Lake 27?
Cedar Lake 27 has a dam height of 9 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.