Hegbert 13

Swift, Minnesota· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Hegbert 13 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 60.7% in MN)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Modified2017
NID IDMN01819

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 7, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Koosmann, Martha

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hegbert 13?

Hegbert 13 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 Hegbert 13?

Hegbert 13 is owned by Koosmann, Martha (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hegbert 13?

Hegbert 13 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 Hegbert 13?

Hegbert 13 has a dam height of 20 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 Hegbert 13 last inspected?

Hegbert 13 was last inspected on August 7, 2019. 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.