Dams in Chippewa County, Minnesota
5Total Dams
0High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Chippewa County, Minnesota
Chippewa County has 5 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams.
The average dam in Chippewa County is 67 years old. The most common purpose is flood risk reduction. The tallest dam is Handeen-jahn Group Pond at 31 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Handeen-jahn Group Pond | Low | Fair | 31 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1975 |
| Gravel Pit | Low | Satisfactory | 25 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1994 |
| Chippewa Diversion Dam - Watson Sag Weir | Low | Not Available | 23 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1938 |
| Granite Falls | Low | Satisfactory | 21 | Hydroelectric | 1911 |
| Shakopee Lake | Low | Fair | 18 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1976 |