Pelican Creek
Key Takeaway
Pelican Creek is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 25.1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 70 acres |
| Drainage Area | 131 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00372 |
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
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What is the hazard classification of Pelican Creek?
Pelican Creek 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 Pelican Creek?
Pelican Creek is owned by MNDNR-Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pelican Creek built?
Pelican Creek was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Pelican Creek?
Pelican Creek 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 Pelican Creek?
Pelican Creek 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.
When was Pelican Creek last inspected?
Pelican Creek was last inspected on June 14, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.