Feldmeier Detention
Key Takeaway
Feldmeier Detention is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 74.2% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1980 |
| NID ID | MN01382 |
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
Feldmeier, Wayne
Private
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Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Feldmeier Detention?
Feldmeier Detention 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 Feldmeier Detention?
Feldmeier Detention is owned by Feldmeier, Wayne (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Feldmeier Detention built?
Feldmeier Detention was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Feldmeier Detention?
Feldmeier Detention 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 Feldmeier Detention?
Feldmeier Detention 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 Feldmeier Detention last inspected?
Feldmeier Detention was last inspected on May 23, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.