Dike No. 2
Key Takeaway
Dike No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 8.5% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 420 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 420 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00681 |
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
MNDNR-Fisheries
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dike No. 2?
Dike No. 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 Dike No. 2?
Dike No. 2 is owned by MNDNR-Fisheries (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dike No. 2 built?
Dike No. 2 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Dike No. 2?
Dike No. 2 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 Dike No. 2?
Dike No. 2 has a dam height of 7 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 Dike No. 2 last inspected?
Dike No. 2 was last inspected on March 29, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.