Strommen Dam
Key Takeaway
Strommen Dam 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 | 33 ft (taller than 87.8% in MN) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00756 |
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
SWCD of Norman County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Strommen Dam?
Strommen Dam 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 Strommen Dam?
Strommen Dam is owned by SWCD of Norman County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Strommen Dam built?
Strommen Dam 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 Strommen Dam?
Strommen Dam 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 Strommen Dam?
Strommen Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Strommen Dam last inspected?
Strommen Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.