Little Elk Wma Main Pool
Key Takeaway
Little Elk Wma Main Pool is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 30.9% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 3,273 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 380 acres |
| Drainage Area | 19 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2007 |
| NID ID | MN01433 |
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
MNDNR-Wildlife
State Government
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Low Hazard 11 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little Elk Wma Main Pool?
Little Elk Wma Main Pool 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 Little Elk Wma Main Pool?
Little Elk Wma Main Pool is owned by MNDNR-Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Elk Wma Main Pool built?
Little Elk Wma Main Pool was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Little Elk Wma Main Pool?
Little Elk Wma Main Pool serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Little Elk Wma Main Pool?
Little Elk Wma Main Pool 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 Little Elk Wma Main Pool last inspected?
Little Elk Wma Main Pool was last inspected on August 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.