Dams in Pipestone County, Minnesota
5Total Dams
0High Hazard
1Significant
Dam Safety in Pipestone County, Minnesota
Pipestone County has 5 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Another 1 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Pipestone County is 58 years old. The most common purpose is flood risk reduction. The tallest dam is Splitrock Lake at 35 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Splitrock Lake | Significant | Fair | 35 | Recreation | 1937 |
| Minett-kranz Detention | Low | Satisfactory | 33 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1988 |
| Rock 33 | Low | 30 | Flood Risk Reduction | ||
| Snyder Farm Pond | Low | Fair | 28 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1978 |
| Brockberg Pond | Low | Satisfactory | 18 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1969 |