Holly 2
Key Takeaway
Holly 2 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2020 and is 6 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 80.4% in MN) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2020 (6 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01852 |
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
Quade, Tony
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Holly 2?
Holly 2 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 Holly 2?
Holly 2 is owned by Quade, Tony (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Holly 2 built?
Holly 2 was completed in 2020, making it 6 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 Holly 2?
Holly 2 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 Holly 2?
Holly 2 has a dam height of 29 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.