Habedank-Skaurud
Key Takeaway
Habedank-Skaurud is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 78.9% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 212 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 842 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00740 |
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
SWCD of Norman County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Habedank-Skaurud?
Habedank-Skaurud 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 Habedank-Skaurud?
Habedank-Skaurud is owned by SWCD of Norman County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Habedank-Skaurud built?
Habedank-Skaurud was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Habedank-Skaurud?
Habedank-Skaurud 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 Habedank-Skaurud?
Habedank-Skaurud has a dam height of 28 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 Habedank-Skaurud last inspected?
Habedank-Skaurud was last inspected on May 12, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.