Rum River
Key Takeaway
Rum River is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1853 and is 173 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 70.7% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 342 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 70 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,590 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1853 (173 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1969 |
| NID ID | MN00549 |
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
City of Anoka
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Rum River?
Rum River 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 Rum River?
Rum River is owned by City of Anoka (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rum River built?
Rum River was completed in 1853, making it 173 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 Rum River?
Rum River 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 Rum River?
Rum River has a dam height of 24 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 Rum River last inspected?
Rum River was last inspected on May 23, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.