Wabana

TR-BUCKMAN COVE· Itasca, Minnesota· Built 1969· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Wabana is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 8.5% in MN)
Dam Length270 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge248 cfs
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDMN01833

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: September 22, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wabana?

Wabana 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 Wabana?

Wabana is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wabana built?

Wabana was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Wabana?

Wabana 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 Wabana?

Wabana has a dam height of 7 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 Wabana last inspected?

Wabana was last inspected on September 22, 2016. 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.