Fish Lake Fish Barrier
Key Takeaway
Fish Lake Fish Barrier is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 8.5% in MN) |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 862 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 700 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 300 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1993 |
| NID ID | MN01151 |
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
MNDNR
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fish Lake Fish Barrier?
Fish Lake Fish Barrier 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 Fish Lake Fish Barrier?
Fish Lake Fish Barrier is owned by MNDNR (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fish Lake Fish Barrier built?
Fish Lake Fish Barrier 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 Fish Lake Fish Barrier?
Fish Lake Fish Barrier serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fish Lake Fish Barrier?
Fish Lake Fish Barrier has a dam height of 7 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 Fish Lake Fish Barrier last inspected?
Fish Lake Fish Barrier was last inspected on April 22, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.