Wergeland 31

Mud Creek-TR· Yellow Medicine, Minnesota· Rockfill· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Wergeland 31 is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 60.7% in MN)
Dam TypeRockfill
Max Storage58 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDMN01756

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: May 7, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

Dybsetter, Terry

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wergeland 31?

Wergeland 31 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 Wergeland 31?

Wergeland 31 is owned by Dybsetter, Terry (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wergeland 31?

Wergeland 31 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wergeland 31?

Wergeland 31 has a dam height of 20 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 Wergeland 31 last inspected?

Wergeland 31 was last inspected on May 7, 2019. 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.