Stangler Wetland

Cannon River-OS· Rice, Minnesota· Built 2001· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Stangler Wetland is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 50.4% in MN)
Dam Length230 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage140 acre-ft
Normal Storage66 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge60 cfs
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDMN01349

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: November 7, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Stangler, Randy

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stangler Wetland?

Stangler Wetland 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 Stangler Wetland?

Stangler Wetland is owned by Stangler, Randy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stangler Wetland built?

Stangler Wetland was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Stangler Wetland?

Stangler Wetland 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 Stangler Wetland?

Stangler Wetland has a dam height of 15 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 Stangler Wetland last inspected?

Stangler Wetland was last inspected on November 7, 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.