Horihan-Herrick
Key Takeaway
Horihan-Herrick is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 89% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01267 |
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
Herrick, Martin
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Horihan-Herrick?
Horihan-Herrick 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 Horihan-Herrick?
Horihan-Herrick is owned by Herrick, Martin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Horihan-Herrick built?
Horihan-Herrick was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Horihan-Herrick?
Horihan-Herrick 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 Horihan-Herrick?
Horihan-Herrick has a dam height of 34 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 Horihan-Herrick last inspected?
Horihan-Herrick was last inspected on May 22, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.