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Jewett WMA 1 is a state-owned fish and wildlife pond located in Kimberly, Minnesota. The dam, completed in 1979, stands at a height of 9 feet with a length of 675 feet, providing a storage capacity of 700 acre-feet and a surface area of 20 acres. The primary purpose of the dam is to support fish and wildlife activities, with a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of the last inspection in October 2012.
Managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Jewett WMA 1 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam is designed as a rockfill structure with a buttress core type, serving as a controlled spillway for the dam brook. Despite its low hazard potential, the risk assessment for Jewett WMA 1 is rated as very high, indicating the importance of ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to mitigate potential issues.
Located in Aitkin County, Jewett WMA 1 is situated in a scenic area with a drainage area of 11 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 100 cubic feet per second. With its important role in supporting local wildlife and recreational activities, Jewett WMA 1 serves as a valuable resource for water and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and conservation of natural habitats in Minnesota.
Year_Completed | 1979 |
Dam_Height | 9 |
River_Or_Stream | DAM BROOK |
Dam_Length | 675 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Rockfill |
Surface_Area | 20 |
Drainage_Area | 11 |
Nid_Storage | 700 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 9 |
STRAIGHT RIVER NEAR FARIBAULT | 172cfs |
CANNON RIVER AT WELCH | 613cfs |
HIGH ISLAND CREEK NEAR HENDERSON | 251cfs |
VERMILLION RIVER NEAR EMPIRE | 49cfs |
MINNESOTA RIVER NEAR JORDAN | 3920cfs |
MINNESOTA RIVER AT MANKATO | 2930cfs |
CEDAR RIVER NEAR AUSTIN | 158cfs |