Moose-Willow 2

Willow River· Aitkin, Minnesota· Built 1966· Earth· 4 ft tall
Unknown Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Moose-Willow 2 is classified as unknown in Minnesota. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 4 ft (taller than 0.3% in MN)
Dam Length1,500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage65 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge18 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
Year Modified1995
NID IDMN00248

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 31, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

MNDNR-Wildlife

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Moose-Willow 2?

Moose-Willow 2 is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Moose-Willow 2?

Moose-Willow 2 is owned by MNDNR-Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Moose-Willow 2 built?

Moose-Willow 2 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Moose-Willow 2?

Moose-Willow 2 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Moose-Willow 2?

Moose-Willow 2 has a dam height of 4 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 Moose-Willow 2 last inspected?

Moose-Willow 2 was last inspected on July 31, 2017. 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.