East Willow Creek Fd-28
Key Takeaway
East Willow Creek Fd-28 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 80.4% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 388 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 420 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1985 |
| NID ID | MN00332 |
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
Sikkink, Fay
Private
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What is the hazard classification of East Willow Creek Fd-28?
East Willow Creek Fd-28 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 Fd-28?
East Willow Creek Fd-28 is owned by Sikkink, Fay (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Willow Creek Fd-28 built?
East Willow Creek Fd-28 was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Fd-28?
East Willow Creek Fd-28 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 Fd-28?
East Willow Creek Fd-28 has a dam height of 29 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 Fd-28 last inspected?
East Willow Creek Fd-28 was last inspected on June 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.