Glen Herman Stabilizer
Key Takeaway
Glen Herman Stabilizer is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 74.2% in MN) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00948 |
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
Anderson;McNiven
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Glen Herman Stabilizer?
Glen Herman Stabilizer 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 Glen Herman Stabilizer?
Glen Herman Stabilizer is owned by Anderson;McNiven (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glen Herman Stabilizer built?
Glen Herman Stabilizer was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Glen Herman Stabilizer?
Glen Herman Stabilizer 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 Glen Herman Stabilizer?
Glen Herman Stabilizer 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 Glen Herman Stabilizer last inspected?
Glen Herman Stabilizer was last inspected on April 19, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.