Spooner Group Detention

Gilmore Creek· Winona, Minnesota· Built 1986· Earth· 38 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Spooner Group Detention is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 38 ft (taller than 92.4% in MN)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage59 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge586 cfs
Year Completed1986 (40 years old)
Year Modified2007
NID IDMN01532

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 23, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

CRIGLER, JAMES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spooner Group Detention?

Spooner Group Detention 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 Spooner Group Detention?

Spooner Group Detention is owned by CRIGLER, JAMES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Spooner Group Detention built?

Spooner Group Detention was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Spooner Group Detention?

Spooner Group Detention 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 Spooner Group Detention?

Spooner Group Detention has a dam height of 38 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 Spooner Group Detention last inspected?

Spooner Group Detention was last inspected on May 23, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.