Vermillion River
Vermillion River is a gravity dam located in Dakota County, Minnesota, built in 1854. It carries a Low hazard potential classification and has a satisfactory condition assessment.
About Vermillion River
The primary purpose of Vermillion River is hydroelectric. The dam generates hydroelectric power by channeling water through turbines, converting the energy of flowing water into electricity. The dam is owned by City Of Hastings (local government). It impounds the Vermillion River near Hastings.
The dam stands 14 feet tall and stretches 105 feet across, has a maximum storage capacity of 75 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 270 square miles. Completed in 1854, the structure is one of the older dams in the region, with over a century and a half of service.
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 07/13/2021.
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Location
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Dakota |
| Nearest City | Hastings |
| River/Stream | Vermillion River |
| Coordinates | 44.72522, -92.84998 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| NID Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Length | 105 ft |
| Year Completed | 1854 (172 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 270 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,100 cfs |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Owner | City of Hastings |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 07/13/2021 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | MN00389 |
| Federal ID | MN00389 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |