Lake Zumbro Cdf

Olmsted, Minnesota· Built 2019· Earth· 37 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Lake Zumbro Cdf is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2019 and is 7 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 91.8% in MN)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage518 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2019 (7 years old)
Year Modified2020
NID IDMN01822

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: July 15, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Olmsted-Wabasha Lake Zumbro Joint Powers Board

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Zumbro Cdf?

Lake Zumbro Cdf 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 Zumbro Cdf?

Lake Zumbro Cdf is owned by Olmsted-Wabasha Lake Zumbro Joint Powers Board (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Zumbro Cdf built?

Lake Zumbro Cdf was completed in 2019, making it 7 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 Zumbro Cdf?

Lake Zumbro Cdf serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lake Zumbro Cdf?

Lake Zumbro Cdf has a dam height of 37 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 Zumbro Cdf last inspected?

Lake Zumbro Cdf was last inspected on July 15, 2019. 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.