Hansen Park

Rice Creek-TR· Ramsey, Minnesota· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Hansen Park is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 8.5% in MN)
Max Storage200 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Year Modified2015
NID IDMN01686

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: November 14, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

City of New Brighton

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hansen Park?

Hansen Park 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 Hansen Park?

Hansen Park is owned by City of New Brighton (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hansen Park?

Hansen Park serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hansen Park?

Hansen Park has a dam height of 7 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 Hansen Park last inspected?

Hansen Park was last inspected on November 14, 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.