Sunrise River Pool 1
Key Takeaway
Sunrise River Pool 1 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 41.3% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 160 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,685 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1999 |
| NID ID | MN00538 |
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
MNDNR-Wildlife
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Sunrise River Pool 1?
Sunrise River Pool 1 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 Sunrise River Pool 1?
Sunrise River Pool 1 is owned by MNDNR-Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sunrise River Pool 1 built?
Sunrise River Pool 1 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Sunrise River Pool 1?
Sunrise River Pool 1 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sunrise River Pool 1?
Sunrise River Pool 1 has a dam height of 12 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 Sunrise River Pool 1 last inspected?
Sunrise River Pool 1 was last inspected on April 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.