Chatfield 27

Rice Creek-TR· Fillmore, Minnesota· Rockfill· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Chatfield 27 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 78.9% in MN)
Dam Length290 ft
Dam TypeRockfill
Max Storage17 acre-ft
Normal Storage3 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDMN01785

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 22, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Copeman, Rodney & Roberta

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Chatfield 27?

Chatfield 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 Chatfield 27?

Chatfield 27 is owned by Copeman, Rodney & Roberta (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Chatfield 27?

Chatfield 27 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 Chatfield 27?

Chatfield 27 has a dam height of 28 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 Chatfield 27 last inspected?

Chatfield 27 was last inspected on May 22, 2018. 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.