Euclid Impoundment
Key Takeaway
Euclid Impoundment is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 53.5% in MN) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01423 |
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
WD of Red Lake
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Euclid Impoundment?
Euclid Impoundment 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 Euclid Impoundment?
Euclid Impoundment is owned by WD of Red Lake (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Euclid Impoundment built?
Euclid Impoundment was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Euclid Impoundment?
Euclid Impoundment 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 Euclid Impoundment?
Euclid Impoundment has a dam height of 16 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 Euclid Impoundment last inspected?
Euclid Impoundment was last inspected on October 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.