Cushing 4

Fish Trap Creek-TR· Morrison, Minnesota· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Cushing 4 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 41.3% in MN)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage750 acre-ft
Surface Area65 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Modified2011
NID IDMN01619

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: April 14, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Cushing Land Company

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cushing 4?

Cushing 4 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 Cushing 4?

Cushing 4 is owned by Cushing Land Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cushing 4?

Cushing 4 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 Cushing 4?

Cushing 4 has a dam height of 12 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 Cushing 4 last inspected?

Cushing 4 was last inspected on April 14, 2015. 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.