Pool No. 3
Key Takeaway
Pool No. 3 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 25.1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 5,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 11.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00640 |
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
USFWS
Federal Government
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Low Hazard 9 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pool No. 3?
Pool No. 3 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 Pool No. 3?
Pool No. 3 is owned by USFWS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pool No. 3 built?
Pool No. 3 was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Pool No. 3?
Pool No. 3 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 Pool No. 3?
Pool No. 3 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.