Hjermstad Slough Wma

County Ditch 48· Murray, Minnesota· Built 2008· Other· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Hjermstad Slough Wma is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 16.2% in MN)
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage195 acre-ft
Normal Storage195 acre-ft
Surface Area73 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed2008 (18 years old)
NID IDMN01438

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: May 2, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

MNDNR-Wildlife

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hjermstad Slough Wma?

Hjermstad Slough Wma 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 Hjermstad Slough Wma?

Hjermstad Slough Wma is owned by MNDNR-Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hjermstad Slough Wma built?

Hjermstad Slough Wma was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Hjermstad Slough Wma?

Hjermstad Slough Wma 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 Hjermstad Slough Wma?

Hjermstad Slough Wma has a dam height of 8 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 Hjermstad Slough Wma last inspected?

Hjermstad Slough Wma was last inspected on May 2, 2018. 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.