Dry Sand Lake Wma
Key Takeaway
Dry Sand Lake Wma is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 48.1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 20 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 750 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 375 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2019 |
| NID ID | MN00029 |
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-Wildlife
State Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dry Sand Lake Wma?
Dry Sand Lake Wma 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 Dry Sand Lake Wma?
Dry Sand Lake Wma is owned by MNDNR-Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dry Sand Lake Wma built?
Dry Sand Lake Wma was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Dry Sand Lake Wma?
Dry Sand Lake Wma 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 Dry Sand Lake Wma?
Dry Sand Lake Wma has a dam height of 14 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 Dry Sand Lake Wma last inspected?
Dry Sand Lake Wma was last inspected on July 10, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.