Grayling Marsh

Aitkin, Minnesota· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Grayling Marsh is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 16.2% in MN)
Max Storage1.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage438 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Modified1992
NID IDMN01712

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: September 26, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

MNDNR-Wildlife

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Grayling Marsh?

Grayling Marsh 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 Grayling Marsh?

Grayling Marsh is owned by MNDNR-Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Grayling Marsh?

Grayling Marsh 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 Grayling Marsh?

Grayling Marsh 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 Grayling Marsh last inspected?

Grayling Marsh was last inspected on September 26, 2017. 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.