Coon Creek 34
Key Takeaway
Coon Creek 34 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 48.1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01736 |
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
County of Lyon
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Coon Creek 34?
Coon Creek 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 Coon Creek 34?
Coon Creek 34 is owned by County of Lyon (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coon Creek 34 built?
Coon Creek 34 was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Coon Creek 34?
Coon Creek 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 Coon Creek 34?
Coon Creek 34 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.