Six Mile Creek, located in Cass County, Minnesota, is a federally owned Earth dam built in 1975 with a primary purpose listed as 'Other'.
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Humidity
The dam has a height of 15 feet and a length of 90 feet, providing storage for up to 5500 acre-feet of water from the Sixmile Brook. With a drainage area of 14 square miles, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 770 cubic feet per second and a surface area of 1293 acres.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Six Mile Creek poses a moderate risk due to its location and design. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and has undergone regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in 2009. While the dam meets guidelines for emergency action plans, there is currently no updated information available on the status of these preparedness measures.
Although Six Mile Creek may not be a high-risk structure, its presence and function play a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating the impact of climate change in the region. As a key component of the local water infrastructure, it is essential to continue monitoring and maintaining the dam to ensure its effectiveness in safeguarding the surrounding community and environment against potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
90 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
SIXMILE BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1293 |
Drainage Area |
14 |
Nid Storage |
5500 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Mississippi River At Grand Rapids
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633cfs |
Prairie River Near Taconite
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63cfs |
Mississippi River Near Bemidji
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169cfs |
Mississippi River At Aitkin
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1010cfs |
Straight River Near Park Rapids
|
46cfs |
Crow Wing River At Nimrod
|
279cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Six Mile Lake Campground
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Leech Lake Rec Area
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Leech Lake -COE
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Winnie Dam - COE
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Winnie Dam
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Plug Hat Point
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