Lynd 8
Key Takeaway
Lynd 8 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 77.1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 245 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01637 |
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
Harris, Frank
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lynd 8?
Lynd 8 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 8?
Lynd 8 is owned by Harris, Frank (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lynd 8 built?
Lynd 8 was completed in 2012, making it 14 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 8?
Lynd 8 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 8?
Lynd 8 has a dam height of 27 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 8 last inspected?
Lynd 8 was last inspected on April 8, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.