Ney Wetland

Wright, Minnesota· Built 2009· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Local Government

Key Takeaway

Ney Wetland is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 25.1% in MN)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage300 acre-ft
Normal Storage153 acre-ft
Surface Area61 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge7 cfs
Year Completed2009 (17 years old)
NID IDMN01571

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

County of Wright

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ney Wetland?

Ney Wetland 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 Ney Wetland?

Ney Wetland is owned by County of Wright (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ney Wetland built?

Ney Wetland was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Ney Wetland?

Ney Wetland 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 Ney Wetland?

Ney Wetland has a dam height of 9 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.

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.