Friberg (Taplin Gorge)
Key Takeaway
Friberg (Taplin Gorge) is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 85% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 5.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 350 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,230 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00199 |
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
Otter Tail Power Company
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Friberg (Taplin Gorge)?
Friberg (Taplin Gorge) 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 Friberg (Taplin Gorge)?
Friberg (Taplin Gorge) is owned by Otter Tail Power Company (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Friberg (Taplin Gorge) built?
Friberg (Taplin Gorge) was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Friberg (Taplin Gorge)?
Friberg (Taplin Gorge) serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Friberg (Taplin Gorge)?
Friberg (Taplin Gorge) has a dam height of 31 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 Friberg (Taplin Gorge) last inspected?
Friberg (Taplin Gorge) was last inspected on September 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.