Mlo Partnership

Hippie Creek-TR· Winona, Minnesota· Built 1986· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Mlo Partnership is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 86.1% in MN)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage31 acre-ft
Normal Storage9 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1986 (40 years old)
NID IDMN01530

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: May 3, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

MLO Partnership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mlo Partnership?

Mlo Partnership 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 Mlo Partnership?

Mlo Partnership is owned by MLO Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mlo Partnership built?

Mlo Partnership was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Mlo Partnership?

Mlo Partnership 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 Mlo Partnership?

Mlo Partnership has a dam height of 32 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 Mlo Partnership last inspected?

Mlo Partnership was last inspected on May 3, 2012. 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.