Custer 13

Coon Creek· Lyon, Minnesota· Built 2005· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Custer 13 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 74.2% in MN)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage22 acre-ft
Normal Storage4 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)
NID IDMN01361

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: March 14, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Thomas, James & Katherine

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Custer 13?

Custer 13 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 Custer 13?

Custer 13 is owned by Thomas, James & Katherine (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Custer 13 built?

Custer 13 was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Custer 13?

Custer 13 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 Custer 13?

Custer 13 has a dam height of 26 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 Custer 13 last inspected?

Custer 13 was last inspected on March 14, 2016. 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.