Unimin Wetland Restoration
Key Takeaway
Unimin Wetland Restoration is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 41.3% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 70 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 400 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5,037 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2014 (12 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01655 |
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
Covia
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Unimin Wetland Restoration?
Unimin Wetland Restoration 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 Unimin Wetland Restoration?
Unimin Wetland Restoration is owned by Covia (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Unimin Wetland Restoration built?
Unimin Wetland Restoration was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Unimin Wetland Restoration?
Unimin Wetland Restoration 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 Unimin Wetland Restoration?
Unimin Wetland Restoration 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 Unimin Wetland Restoration last inspected?
Unimin Wetland Restoration was last inspected on November 3, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.