The Dresser Valley Watershed, located in Zumbro Falls, Minnesota, is a privately-owned structure designed by USDA NRCS to address flood risk reduction along the Zumbro River.
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Completed in 1967, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has a length of 434 feet, providing a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 0.6 square miles, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 380 cubic feet per second, making it a vital component in managing water flow in the region.
Managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, the Dresser Valley Watershed dam is state-regulated and subject to regular inspection and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, emphasizing the importance of continued monitoring and management measures. The structure's emergency action plan status and inundation maps preparation remain unaddressed, highlighting areas for potential improvement in emergency response readiness.
In the heart of Olmsted County, the Dresser Valley Watershed serves as a crucial asset in mitigating flood risks and protecting the surrounding community from water-related disasters. With its strategic location and design, this earth dam underscores the importance of sustainable water resource management strategies in safeguarding the environment and enhancing climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
434 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
ZUMBRO RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.6 |
Nid Storage |
128 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
South Fork Zumbro River At Rochester
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85cfs |
Zumbro River At Kellogg
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1550cfs |
Root River Near Pilot Mound
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303cfs |
Mississippi River At Red Wing
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12400cfs |
Cannon River At Welch
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384cfs |
Mississippi River At Winona
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12000cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Grounds
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Oronococ City Park
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Chester Woods/Kisrow County Park
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Group Site 2 (GRP2)
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Group Site 1 (GRP1)
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Carley State Park
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