Dams in Clay County, Minnesota
8Total Dams
1High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Clay County, Minnesota
Clay County has 8 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 1 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life.
The average dam in Clay County is 42 years old. The most common purpose is flood risk reduction. The tallest dam is Fargo-moorhead Diversion at 54 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo-moorhead Diversion | High | 54 | Flood Risk Reduction | ||
| Buffalo-red Project No. 5 | Low | Satisfactory | 29 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1983 |
| Buffalo-red Project No. 13 | Low | Satisfactory | 15 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1989 |
| Buffalo-red Project No. 8 | Low | Satisfactory | 14 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1987 |
| Moorhead Lagoon | Low | Satisfactory | 12 | Recreation | 1950 |
| Hickson | Low | Satisfactory | 10 | Grade Stabilization | |
| Riverton 28 | Low | Satisfactory | 9 | Flood Risk Reduction | 2008 |
| Goose Prairie Wma | Low | 8 | Fish and Wildlife Pond |