Harold Buck Dam
Key Takeaway
Harold Buck Dam is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 72.3% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00949 |
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
Buck, Harold
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harold Buck Dam?
Harold Buck Dam 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 Harold Buck Dam?
Harold Buck Dam is owned by Buck, Harold (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harold Buck Dam built?
Harold Buck Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Harold Buck Dam?
Harold Buck Dam 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 Harold Buck Dam?
Harold Buck Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Harold Buck Dam last inspected?
Harold Buck Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.