Duncan Avenue
Key Takeaway
Duncan Avenue is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 74.2% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| NID ID | MN01795 |
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
County of Redwood
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Duncan Avenue?
Duncan Avenue 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 Duncan Avenue?
Duncan Avenue is owned by County of Redwood (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Duncan Avenue?
Duncan Avenue 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 Duncan Avenue?
Duncan Avenue 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 Duncan Avenue last inspected?
Duncan Avenue was last inspected on May 2, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.