Jewett Wma 1

Dam Brook· Aitkin, Minnesota· Built 1979· Rockfill· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Jewett Wma 1 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 25.1% in MN)
Dam Length675 ft
Dam TypeRockfill
Max Storage700 acre-ft
Normal Storage274 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area11 sq mi
Max Discharge100 cfs
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
NID IDMN00709

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: October 24, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

MNDNR-Fisheries and Wildlife

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jewett Wma 1?

Jewett Wma 1 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 Jewett Wma 1?

Jewett Wma 1 is owned by MNDNR-Fisheries and Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jewett Wma 1 built?

Jewett Wma 1 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Jewett Wma 1?

Jewett Wma 1 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 Jewett Wma 1?

Jewett Wma 1 has a dam height of 9 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 Jewett Wma 1 last inspected?

Jewett Wma 1 was last inspected on October 24, 2012. 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.