North Hero 35

Pell Creek-TR· Redwood, Minnesota· Rockfill· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

North Hero 35 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 Length1,160 ft
Dam TypeRockfill
Max Storage114 acre-ft
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDMN01767

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: April 5, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

County of Redwood

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of North Hero 35?

North Hero 35 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 North Hero 35?

North Hero 35 is owned by County of Redwood (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of North Hero 35?

North Hero 35 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 North Hero 35?

North Hero 35 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 North Hero 35 last inspected?

North Hero 35 was last inspected on April 5, 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.