Eidsvold 31 S
Key Takeaway
Eidsvold 31 S is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 59.4% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01723 |
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 Lyon
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Eidsvold 31 S?
Eidsvold 31 S 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 Eidsvold 31 S?
Eidsvold 31 S is owned by County of Lyon (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eidsvold 31 S built?
Eidsvold 31 S was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Eidsvold 31 S?
Eidsvold 31 S 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 Eidsvold 31 S?
Eidsvold 31 S has a dam height of 19 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 Eidsvold 31 S last inspected?
Eidsvold 31 S was last inspected on May 7, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.