Upper Deadfish Impoundment

Carlton, Minnesota· 15 ft tall
Unknown Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Upper Deadfish Impoundment is classified as unknown in Minnesota.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 50.4% in MN)
Normal Storage375 acre-ft
NID IDMN01826

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Upper Deadfish Impoundment?

Upper Deadfish Impoundment is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Upper Deadfish Impoundment?

Upper Deadfish Impoundment is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Upper Deadfish Impoundment?

Upper Deadfish Impoundment has a dam height of 15 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.

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.