Hatch Lake Outlet Structure

Rice, Minnesota· Built 2011· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Local Government

Key Takeaway

Hatch Lake Outlet Structure is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 8.5% in MN)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage650 acre-ft
Normal Storage250 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2011 (15 years old)
NID IDMN01625

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

County of Rice

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hatch Lake Outlet Structure?

Hatch Lake Outlet Structure 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 Hatch Lake Outlet Structure?

Hatch Lake Outlet Structure is owned by County of Rice (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hatch Lake Outlet Structure built?

Hatch Lake Outlet Structure was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Hatch Lake Outlet Structure?

Hatch Lake Outlet Structure 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 Hatch Lake Outlet Structure?

Hatch Lake Outlet Structure 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.

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.