Vokaty-Yonak

Otter Creek· Wright, Minnesota· Built 1970· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Vokaty-Yonak is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 16.2% in MN)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage210 acre-ft
Normal Storage180 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge140 cfs
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDMN00311

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: November 7, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Kolles, Jason & Geri Ann

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Vokaty-Yonak?

Vokaty-Yonak 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 Vokaty-Yonak?

Vokaty-Yonak is owned by Kolles, Jason & Geri Ann (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Vokaty-Yonak built?

Vokaty-Yonak was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Vokaty-Yonak?

Vokaty-Yonak 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 Vokaty-Yonak?

Vokaty-Yonak has a dam height of 8 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 Vokaty-Yonak last inspected?

Vokaty-Yonak was last inspected on November 7, 2017. 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.