The Redwood River Diversion, located in Redwood Falls, Minnesota, is a key water supply infrastructure owned and managed by the local government.
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Humidity
Completed in 1975, this gravity dam stands at a height of 34 feet and has a length of 250 feet, with a storage capacity of 700 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 677 acres. The primary purpose of the dam is to ensure a reliable water supply for the region, with a normal storage level of 25 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 1980 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, the Redwood River Diversion is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to maintain its satisfactory condition and low hazard potential. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway and is designed with a buttress core type, providing essential flood protection and water management for the surrounding area. Despite moderate risk assessment, the dam's risk management measures are currently unlisted, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and effectiveness in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
REDWOOD RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
677 |
Nid Storage |
700 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |
Redwood River Near Redwood Falls
|
53cfs |
Minnesota River At Morton
|
1750cfs |
Yellow Medicine River Near Granite Falls
|
133cfs |
Minnesota River At New Ulm
|
1130cfs |
Redwood River Near Marshall
|
0cfs |
Cottonwood River Near New Ulm
|
215cfs |