Lagoon Park
Key Takeaway
Lagoon Park is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1871 and is 155 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 30.9% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 30 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,809 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1871 (155 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00805 |
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
County of Fillmore
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lagoon Park?
Lagoon Park 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 Lagoon Park?
Lagoon Park is owned by County of Fillmore (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lagoon Park built?
Lagoon Park was completed in 1871, making it 155 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 Lagoon Park?
Lagoon Park serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lagoon Park?
Lagoon Park has a dam height of 10 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 Lagoon Park last inspected?
Lagoon Park was last inspected on June 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.