Tallgrass Wildlife Refuge
Key Takeaway
Tallgrass Wildlife Refuge is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 63.7% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 215 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 196 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | MN01761 |
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
USFWS
Federal Government
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Unknown 27 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Tallgrass Wildlife Refuge?
Tallgrass Wildlife Refuge 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 Tallgrass Wildlife Refuge?
Tallgrass Wildlife Refuge is owned by USFWS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Tallgrass Wildlife Refuge?
Tallgrass Wildlife Refuge serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tallgrass Wildlife Refuge?
Tallgrass Wildlife Refuge has a dam height of 21 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.