Geis Wetland

Cottonwood River-OS· Redwood, Minnesota· Built 2002· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Geis Wetland is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 16.2% in MN)
Dam Length1,100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage313 acre-ft
Normal Storage142 acre-ft
Surface Area49 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge150 cfs
Year Completed2002 (24 years old)
NID IDMN01357

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: March 14, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Geis, Brian

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Geis Wetland?

Geis Wetland 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 Geis Wetland?

Geis Wetland is owned by Geis, Brian (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Geis Wetland built?

Geis Wetland was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Geis Wetland?

Geis Wetland 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 Geis Wetland?

Geis Wetland has a dam height of 8 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 Geis Wetland last inspected?

Geis Wetland was last inspected on March 14, 2016. 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.