Dams in Roseau County, Minnesota
10Total Dams
0High Hazard
2Significant
Dam Safety in Roseau County, Minnesota
Roseau County has 10 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Another 2 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Roseau County is 50 years old. The most common purpose is fish and wildlife pond. The tallest dam is Hayes Lake at 39 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hayes Lake | Significant | Fair | 39 | Recreation | 1973 |
| Ross 7 | Significant | Satisfactory | 18 | Flood Risk Reduction | 2007 |
| Nereson Wma | Low | Satisfactory | 16 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1981 |
| Norland 36 | Low | Satisfactory | 15 | Flood Risk Reduction | 2011 |
| Roseau River Wma Pool 3 | Low | Fair | 13 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1950 |
| Roseau River Wma Pool 1 | Low | Fair | 12 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1950 |
| Roseau Lake | Low | 12 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 2023 | |
| Bednar | Low | Satisfactory | 11 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1982 |
| Roseau River Wma Pool 2 | Low | Fair | 10 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1950 |
| Roseau | Low | 9 | Recreation | 1930 |