Lake Marshall 32
Key Takeaway
Lake Marshall 32 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 86.1% in MN) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 259 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01401 |
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
Vanoverbeke, Joe
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Marshall 32?
Lake Marshall 32 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 Marshall 32?
Lake Marshall 32 is owned by Vanoverbeke, Joe (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Marshall 32 built?
Lake Marshall 32 was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Lake Marshall 32?
Lake Marshall 32 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 Marshall 32?
Lake Marshall 32 has a dam height of 32 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 Lake Marshall 32 last inspected?
Lake Marshall 32 was last inspected on May 2, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.