Riverside Park Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Riverside Park, located in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, along the Red River, is a vital structure designed for flood risk reduction.
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Summary
This rockfill dam, completed in 1930, stands at a height of 13 feet and stretches 100 feet in length. With a drainage area of 29,730 square miles, this dam provides storage capacity of up to 150 acre-feet, helping to mitigate potential flooding risks in the region.
Managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, this dam has been deemed to have low hazard potential and fair condition assessment. While it has not undergone any recent modifications, it is regularly inspected every 8 years to ensure its structural integrity. Riverside Park serves as an essential asset in the community's efforts to protect against potential flooding events, showcasing the importance of proactive water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
With its strategic location along the Red River and its pivotal role in flood risk reduction, Riverside Park stands as a testament to the importance of effective water resource infrastructure in mitigating climate-related threats. As climate change continues to impact the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, structures like Riverside Park are crucial in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the growing risks of flooding and water-related disasters in the region.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
100 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
RED RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Drainage Area |
29730 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Riverside Park
Greenway path Grand Forks