Knutson
Key Takeaway
Knutson is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 68.4% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,048 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2022 |
| NID ID | MN01027 |
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
Knutson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Knutson?
Knutson 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 Knutson?
Knutson is owned by Knutson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Knutson built?
Knutson was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Knutson?
Knutson 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 Knutson?
Knutson has a dam height of 23 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 Knutson last inspected?
Knutson was last inspected on June 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.