Woodbury Hudson Rd
Key Takeaway
Woodbury Hudson Rd is classified as significant hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 53.5% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01440 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Woodbury
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Woodbury Hudson Rd?
Woodbury Hudson Rd is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Woodbury Hudson Rd?
Woodbury Hudson Rd is owned by City of Woodbury (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodbury Hudson Rd built?
Woodbury Hudson Rd was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Woodbury Hudson Rd?
Woodbury Hudson Rd 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 Woodbury Hudson Rd?
Woodbury Hudson Rd has a dam height of 16 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 Woodbury Hudson Rd last inspected?
Woodbury Hudson Rd was last inspected on July 13, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.