Cuba Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Cuba, located in Cass County, Minnesota, is home to the TR-Sucker Creek dam, managed by the Forest Service for the primary purpose of Fish and Wildlife Pond.


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Summary

Built in 1970, this Earth-type dam stands at 10 feet tall with a length of 700 feet, providing a storage capacity of 95 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, the dam serves as a crucial structure for managing water resources in the area.

The Cuba dam, with its uncontrolled spillway and low hazard potential, plays a vital role in regulating water flow and protecting the surrounding environment. Despite not being rated for condition assessment, the dam has been inspected regularly, with the last inspection conducted in July 2019. The risk management measures for the dam are currently not specified, but the Forest Service continues to oversee the operations and maintenance of the structure to ensure its functionality and safety.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Cuba's TR-Sucker Creek dam offers a fascinating insight into the management of fish and wildlife habitats in Minnesota. With a focus on conservation and environmental protection, the dam serves as a valuable asset in the region's water infrastructure. As efforts continue to enhance the risk assessment and management of the dam, Cuba remains a noteworthy location for those interested in sustainable water resource management practices.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

700

Dam Height

7

River Or Stream

TR-SUCKER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

6

Nid Storage

95

Structural Height

10

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

10
       
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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.