Charlestown 34

Cottonwood River-TR· Redwood, Minnesota· Built 2019· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Charlestown 34 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2019 and is 7 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 77.1% in MN)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage49 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed2019 (7 years old)
NID IDMN01814

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 12, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Geis, Steve

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Charlestown 34?

Charlestown 34 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 Charlestown 34?

Charlestown 34 is owned by Geis, Steve (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Charlestown 34 built?

Charlestown 34 was completed in 2019, making it 7 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 Charlestown 34?

Charlestown 34 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 Charlestown 34?

Charlestown 34 has a dam height of 27 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 Charlestown 34 last inspected?

Charlestown 34 was last inspected on May 12, 2020. 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.