Tubola Detention

Des Moines River-TR· Jackson, Minnesota· Built 1974· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Tubola Detention is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 77.1% in MN)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge138 cfs
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDMN00841

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: March 13, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Christopher, Wayne and Tricia

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tubola Detention?

Tubola 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 Tubola Detention?

Tubola Detention is owned by Christopher, Wayne and Tricia (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tubola Detention built?

Tubola Detention was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Tubola Detention?

Tubola 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 Tubola Detention?

Tubola Detention has a dam height of 27 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 Tubola Detention last inspected?

Tubola Detention was last inspected on March 13, 2015. 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.