Dishpan Wma Impoundment 2
Dishpan Wma Impoundment 2 is an earth dam located in Itasca County, Minnesota, built in 1979. It carries a Low hazard potential classification and has a satisfactory condition assessment.
About Dishpan Wma Impoundment 2
The primary purpose of Dishpan Wma Impoundment 2 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 Mndnr-fisheries (state). It impounds the Big Fork River - Tr near Dora Lake.
The dam stands 12 feet tall, has a maximum storage capacity of 350 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 6 square miles. Completed in 1979, the structure is 47 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 08/01/2017.
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Location
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Itasca |
| Nearest City | Dora Lake |
| River/Stream | Big Fork River - Tr |
| Coordinates | 47.77493, -94.10774 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Height | 9 ft |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 516 cfs |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Fish and Wildlife Pond |
| Owner | MNDNR-Fisheries |
| Owner Type | State |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 08/01/2017 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | MN00711 |
| Federal ID | MN00711 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |