Lynd 16

Threemile Creek-TR· Lyon, Minnesota· Built 2002· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Lynd 16 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 59.4% in MN)
Dam Length620 ft
Max Storage126 acre-ft
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Year Completed2002 (24 years old)
NID IDMN01732

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: April 5, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

County of Lyon

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lynd 16?

Lynd 16 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 Lynd 16?

Lynd 16 is owned by County of Lyon (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lynd 16 built?

Lynd 16 was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Lynd 16?

Lynd 16 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 Lynd 16?

Lynd 16 has a dam height of 19 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 Lynd 16 last inspected?

Lynd 16 was last inspected on April 5, 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.