Frigaard-nelson Wetland
Frigaard-nelson Wetland is an earth dam located in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, built in 2000. It carries a Low hazard potential classification and has a satisfactory condition assessment.
About Frigaard-nelson Wetland
The primary purpose of Frigaard-nelson Wetland is fish and wildlife pond. The dam creates habitat for fish and wildlife, supporting local ecosystems and potentially serving conservation goals. The dam is owned by Frigaard, Loren (private). It impounds the Otter Tail River near Fergus Falls.
The dam stands 12 feet tall and stretches 160 feet across, creates a reservoir covering 50 acres, has a maximum storage capacity of 330 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 15 square miles. Completed in 2000, the structure is 26 years old.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life. Its condition is rated satisfactory, indicating no existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. The most recent inspection on record was 08/31/2017.
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Location
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Otter Tail |
| Nearest City | Fergus Falls |
| River/Stream | Otter Tail River |
| Coordinates | 46.14589, -95.94908 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Height | 10 ft |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 330 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 330 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 186 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 15 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Controlled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Fish and Wildlife Pond |
| Owner | Frigaard, Loren |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 08/31/2017 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | MN01363 |
| Federal ID | MN01363 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |