East Willow Creek D-2

Willow Creek· Fillmore, Minnesota· Built 1957· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

East Willow Creek D-2 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 78.9% in MN)
Dam Length900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage398 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge8,809 cfs
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDMN00963

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: May 10, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

SWCD of Fillmore County

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of East Willow Creek D-2?

East Willow Creek D-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 East Willow Creek D-2?

East Willow Creek D-2 is owned by SWCD of Fillmore County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was East Willow Creek D-2 built?

East Willow Creek D-2 was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 East Willow Creek D-2?

East Willow Creek D-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 East Willow Creek D-2?

East Willow Creek D-2 has a dam height of 28 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 East Willow Creek D-2 last inspected?

East Willow Creek D-2 was last inspected on May 10, 2017. 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.