I-94 Rest Area
Key Takeaway
I-94 Rest Area is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 82.5% in MN) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 52 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1986 |
| NID ID | MN01261 |
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
MNDOT
State Government
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Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of I-94 Rest Area?
I-94 Rest Area 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 I-94 Rest Area?
I-94 Rest Area is owned by MNDOT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was I-94 Rest Area built?
I-94 Rest Area was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 I-94 Rest Area?
I-94 Rest Area 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 I-94 Rest Area?
I-94 Rest Area has a dam height of 30 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 I-94 Rest Area last inspected?
I-94 Rest Area was last inspected on October 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.