Wavrin Wetland

Medford Creek-TR· Steele, Minnesota· Built 1999· Earth· 6 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Wavrin Wetland is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 6 ft (taller than 1.9% in MN)
Dam Length805 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage94 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge7,513 cfs
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDMN01053

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, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Wavrin, Tom

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wavrin Wetland?

Wavrin Wetland 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 Wavrin Wetland?

Wavrin Wetland is owned by Wavrin, Tom (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wavrin Wetland built?

Wavrin Wetland was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Wavrin Wetland?

Wavrin Wetland 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 Wavrin Wetland?

Wavrin Wetland has a dam height of 6 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 Wavrin Wetland last inspected?

Wavrin Wetland was last inspected on November 7, 2018. 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.