Maple River Diversion

Maple River· Faribault, Minnesota· Gravity· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Other State Government

Key Takeaway

Maple River Diversion is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 8.5% in MN)
Dam Length32 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage628 acre-ft
Normal Storage628 acre-ft
Surface Area1,884 acres
Drainage Area50 sq mi
NID IDMN01301

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 21, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

MNDNR

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Maple River Diversion?

Maple River Diversion 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 Maple River Diversion?

Maple River Diversion is owned by MNDNR (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Maple River Diversion?

Maple River Diversion 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 Maple River Diversion?

Maple River Diversion has a dam height of 7 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 Maple River Diversion last inspected?

Maple River Diversion was last inspected on July 21, 2022. 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.