Ids

Chaska East Creek· Carver, Minnesota· Built 1989· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Ids is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 60.7% in MN)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage453 acre-ft
Normal Storage89 acre-ft
Surface Area31 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDMN01264

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 1, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

City of Chaska

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ids?

Ids 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 Ids?

Ids is owned by City of Chaska (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ids built?

Ids was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Ids?

Ids 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 Ids?

Ids 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 Ids last inspected?

Ids was last inspected on August 1, 2023. 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.