Lake Benton 25
Key Takeaway
Lake Benton 25 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 53.5% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | MN01762 |
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
Anderson, Robert
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Benton 25?
Lake Benton 25 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 Lake Benton 25?
Lake Benton 25 is owned by Anderson, Robert (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Benton 25?
Lake Benton 25 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 Lake Benton 25?
Lake Benton 25 has a dam height of 16 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.