East Willow Creek D-2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

East Willow Creek D-2, also known as Fishbaugher On Co.Road, is a flood risk reduction structure located in Fillmore County, Minnesota.


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Summary

Owned by the local government, this earth dam was completed in 1957 by the USDA NRCS and is regulated by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The dam stands at a height of 28 feet with a structural height of 32 feet, providing storage of 398 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 2 square miles along Willow Creek.

With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of May 2017, East Willow Creek D-2 plays a crucial role in managing flood risk in the area. The dam features an uncontrolled outlet gates system and a controlled spillway, with a maximum discharge capacity of 8,809 cubic feet per second. Despite its age, the structure continues to meet guidelines and remains a key component of the local water resource infrastructure, ensuring the safety and protection of nearby communities in case of emergency. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, East Willow Creek D-2 serves as a testament to effective flood risk reduction strategies and the importance of ongoing inspection and maintenance to safeguard our water resources and communities.

Year Completed

1957

Dam Length

900

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

WILLOW CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Drainage Area

2

Nid Storage

398

Structural Height

32

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

32
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.