Reservoir No. 5
Key Takeaway
Reservoir No. 5 is classified as unknown in Minnesota.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 72.3% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 67 acres |
| Max Discharge | 80 cfs |
| Year Modified | 2012 |
| NID ID | MN01569 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
US Steel
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Reservoir No. 5?
Reservoir No. 5 is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Reservoir No. 5?
Reservoir No. 5 is owned by US Steel (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Reservoir No. 5?
Reservoir No. 5 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 Reservoir No. 5 last inspected?
Reservoir No. 5 was last inspected on August 21, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.