Pagel-Madden
Key Takeaway
Pagel-Madden is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 78.9% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 141 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 225 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00679 |
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
Sook, Randy
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pagel-Madden?
Pagel-Madden 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 Pagel-Madden?
Pagel-Madden is owned by Sook, Randy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pagel-Madden built?
Pagel-Madden was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Pagel-Madden?
Pagel-Madden serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pagel-Madden?
Pagel-Madden has a dam height of 28 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 Pagel-Madden last inspected?
Pagel-Madden was last inspected on March 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.