Glen Herman Stabilizer, located in Olmsted County, Minnesota, along the Zumbro River, is a privately owned earth dam built in 1982 by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction purposes.
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Standing at a height of 26 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 2 acres. Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam is regulated by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Glen Herman Stabilizer serves as a crucial infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region. The dam's primary purpose is to protect the surrounding areas from potential flooding events, thereby safeguarding lives and properties. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, the dam is tasked with maintaining its structural integrity to ensure its effectiveness in mitigating flood risks.
The dam's location in Rochester, Minnesota, under the jurisdiction of the MNDNR EWR, highlights its importance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts. As a key component of the flood control system along the Zumbro River, Glen Herman Stabilizer plays a vital role in safeguarding the local community and environment from the impacts of extreme weather events and rising water levels.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
ZUMBRO RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
0.5 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
South Fork Zumbro River At Rochester
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85cfs |
Root River Near Pilot Mound
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303cfs |
Zumbro River At Kellogg
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1550cfs |
Mississippi River At Red Wing
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12400cfs |
Cannon River At Welch
|
384cfs |
Mississippi River At Winona
|
13400cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Grounds
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Chester Woods/Kisrow County Park
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Oronococ City Park
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Oxbow Park Campground
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