Fortier 36

Lac Qui Parle River-TR· Yellow Medicine, Minnesota· Rockfill· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Fortier 36 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 82.5% in MN)
Dam TypeRockfill
Max Storage107 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
NID IDMN01757

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 7, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Hemish Family Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fortier 36?

Fortier 36 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 Fortier 36?

Fortier 36 is owned by Hemish Family Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Fortier 36?

Fortier 36 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 Fortier 36?

Fortier 36 has a dam height of 30 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 Fortier 36 last inspected?

Fortier 36 was last inspected on May 7, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.