Hamden Gun Club

Buffalo River-TR· Becker, Minnesota· Built 1956· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

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 Length640 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage660 acre-ft
Normal Storage660 acre-ft
Surface Area45 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge190 cfs
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
Year Modified2023
NID IDMN00487

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: August 25, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Landrum Lake Duck Club

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.