Sherburne National Pool 28, located in Sherburne, Minnesota, is a federal-owned Earth dam completed in 1979 with a primary purpose listed as "Other." The dam stands at a height of 6 feet and has a structural height of 7 feet, with a length of 1430 feet.
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This dam has a NID storage capacity of 791 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 791 acre-feet, serving the St. Francis River-TR.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the condition assessment of Sherburne National Pool 28 is listed as fair. The last inspection date was in 2007, with an inspection frequency of every 8 years. While there are no associated structures or spillway type specified, the dam remains under the jurisdiction of the St. Paul District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Sherburne National Pool 28 plays a significant role in water resource management in the area, providing storage for approximately 452 acre-feet of water. Its location in Elk River and its association with the St. Francis River-TR make it a crucial piece of infrastructure for managing water resources in the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this dam's design and purpose intriguing, as it serves a unique role in the overall water management system of the area.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
1430 |
Dam Height |
6 |
River Or Stream |
ST. FRANCIS RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
791 |
Structural Height |
7 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
7 |
Elk River Near Big Lake
|
274cfs |
Rum River Near St. Francis
|
209cfs |
Mississippi River At Anoka
|
2940cfs |
Mississippi River At St. Cloud
|
1950cfs |
Elm Creek Nr Champlin
|
5cfs |
Crow River At Rockford
|
386cfs |