Norman 7

Lazarus Creek-TR· Yellow Medicine, Minnesota· Rockfill· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Norman 7 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 63.7% in MN)
Dam TypeRockfill
Max Storage61 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDMN01758

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 7, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Schrunk, Lloyd

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Norman 7?

Norman 7 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 Norman 7?

Norman 7 is owned by Schrunk, Lloyd (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Norman 7?

Norman 7 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 Norman 7?

Norman 7 has a dam height of 21 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 Norman 7 last inspected?

Norman 7 was last inspected on May 7, 2019. 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.