Moccasin Creek Project No. 8
Key Takeaway
Moccasin Creek Project No. 8 is classified as significant hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 49 ft (taller than 96.1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 1,035 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 57 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1981 |
| NID ID | MN00375 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WD of Wild Rice
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Moccasin Creek Project No. 8?
Moccasin Creek Project No. 8 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Moccasin Creek Project No. 8?
Moccasin Creek Project No. 8 is owned by WD of Wild Rice (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moccasin Creek Project No. 8 built?
Moccasin Creek Project No. 8 was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Moccasin Creek Project No. 8?
Moccasin Creek Project No. 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 Moccasin Creek Project No. 8?
Moccasin Creek Project No. 8 has a dam height of 49 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 Moccasin Creek Project No. 8 last inspected?
Moccasin Creek Project No. 8 was last inspected on September 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.