Mcpherson 25

Le Sueur River-TR· Blue Earth, Minnesota· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Mcpherson 25 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 30.9% in MN)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage46 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDMN01442

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: December 8, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Rye, Gordon Trust

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mcpherson 25?

Mcpherson 25 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 Mcpherson 25?

Mcpherson 25 is owned by Rye, Gordon Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mcpherson 25?

Mcpherson 25 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mcpherson 25?

Mcpherson 25 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 Mcpherson 25 last inspected?

Mcpherson 25 was last inspected on December 8, 2015. 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.