Gunderson-Marmsoler Detention
Key Takeaway
Gunderson-Marmsoler Detention is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 80.4% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 331 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 160 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00419 |
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
Gundeson;Marmsoler
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gunderson-Marmsoler Detention?
Gunderson-Marmsoler Detention 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 Gunderson-Marmsoler Detention?
Gunderson-Marmsoler Detention is owned by Gundeson;Marmsoler (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gunderson-Marmsoler Detention built?
Gunderson-Marmsoler Detention was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Gunderson-Marmsoler Detention?
Gunderson-Marmsoler Detention 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 Gunderson-Marmsoler Detention?
Gunderson-Marmsoler Detention has a dam height of 29 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 Gunderson-Marmsoler Detention last inspected?
Gunderson-Marmsoler Detention was last inspected on May 9, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.