Hamden Gun Club
Key Takeaway
Hamden Gun Club is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 30.9% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 660 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 660 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 190 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2023 |
| NID ID | MN00487 |
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
Landrum Lake Duck Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hamden Gun Club?
Hamden Gun Club 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 Hamden Gun Club?
Hamden Gun Club is owned by Landrum Lake Duck Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hamden Gun Club built?
Hamden Gun Club was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Hamden Gun Club?
Hamden Gun Club 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 Hamden Gun Club?
Hamden Gun Club has a dam height of 10 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 Hamden Gun Club last inspected?
Hamden Gun Club was last inspected on August 25, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.