Lind Greenway
Key Takeaway
Lind Greenway is classified as significant hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 58 ft (taller than 97.7% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 11,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 82 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00783 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
County of Itasca Parks
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lind Greenway?
Lind Greenway is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lind Greenway?
Lind Greenway is owned by County of Itasca Parks (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lind Greenway built?
Lind Greenway was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Lind Greenway?
Lind Greenway serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lind Greenway?
Lind Greenway has a dam height of 58 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 Lind Greenway last inspected?
Lind Greenway was last inspected on September 20, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.