Rediske-Vatland Group
Key Takeaway
Rediske-Vatland Group is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 72.3% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 46 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 612 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00857 |
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
Rediske-Vatland Group
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rediske-Vatland Group?
Rediske-Vatland Group 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 Rediske-Vatland Group?
Rediske-Vatland Group is owned by Rediske-Vatland Group (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rediske-Vatland Group built?
Rediske-Vatland Group was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Rediske-Vatland Group?
Rediske-Vatland Group 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 Rediske-Vatland Group?
Rediske-Vatland Group has a dam height of 25 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 Rediske-Vatland Group last inspected?
Rediske-Vatland Group was last inspected on May 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.