Schouweiler-Speedling
Key Takeaway
Schouweiler-Speedling is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 86.1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 31 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00874 |
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
Schouweiler, Richard & Crystal
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schouweiler-Speedling?
Schouweiler-Speedling 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 Schouweiler-Speedling?
Schouweiler-Speedling is owned by Schouweiler, Richard & Crystal (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schouweiler-Speedling built?
Schouweiler-Speedling was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Schouweiler-Speedling?
Schouweiler-Speedling serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Schouweiler-Speedling?
Schouweiler-Speedling has a dam height of 32 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 Schouweiler-Speedling last inspected?
Schouweiler-Speedling was last inspected on April 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.