Nereson Wma
Key Takeaway
Nereson Wma is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 41.3% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 20,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 600 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1991 |
| NID ID | MN00937 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
MNDNR-Wildlife
State Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Nereson Wma?
Nereson Wma 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 Nereson Wma?
Nereson Wma is owned by MNDNR-Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nereson Wma built?
Nereson Wma was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Nereson Wma?
Nereson Wma 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 Nereson Wma?
Nereson Wma has a dam height of 12 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 Nereson Wma last inspected?
Nereson Wma was last inspected on May 12, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.