Crookston Rock Rapids

Red Lake River· Polk, Minnesota· Built 2007· Other· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Grade Stabilization Local Government

Key Takeaway

Crookston Rock Rapids is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 37.6% in MN)
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area5,356 sq mi
Year Completed2007 (19 years old)
NID IDMN01405

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: August 2, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

City of Crookston

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crookston Rock Rapids?

Crookston Rock Rapids 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 Crookston Rock Rapids?

Crookston Rock Rapids is owned by City of Crookston (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Crookston Rock Rapids built?

Crookston Rock Rapids was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Crookston Rock Rapids?

Crookston Rock Rapids serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Crookston Rock Rapids?

Crookston Rock Rapids has a dam height of 11 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 Crookston Rock Rapids last inspected?

Crookston Rock Rapids was last inspected on August 2, 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.