Dexter 30 Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Dexter 30 Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2020 and is 6 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 63.7% in MN) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 570 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2020 (6 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01849 |
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
WD of Cedar River
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dexter 30 Dam 2?
Dexter 30 Dam 2 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 Dexter 30 Dam 2?
Dexter 30 Dam 2 is owned by WD of Cedar River (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dexter 30 Dam 2 built?
Dexter 30 Dam 2 was completed in 2020, making it 6 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 Dexter 30 Dam 2?
Dexter 30 Dam 2 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 Dexter 30 Dam 2?
Dexter 30 Dam 2 has a dam height of 21 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 Dexter 30 Dam 2 last inspected?
Dexter 30 Dam 2 was last inspected on June 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.