Odney Flaat Wildlife Impoundment Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Fisher, Minnesota, the Odney Flaat Wildlife Impoundment is a private fish and wildlife pond designed by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
This man-made structure, completed in 1982, serves as a vital habitat for various species in the region. With a surface area of 6 acres and a drainage area of 6.1 acres, this impoundment provides a significant storage capacity of 205 acre-feet.
Managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, this impoundment is regulated and inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with state guidelines. With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the Odney Flaat Wildlife Impoundment offers a safe and sustainable environment for wildlife and water resources enthusiasts. The dam primarily serves the purpose of creating a suitable habitat for fish and wildlife, contributing to the conservation efforts in the area.
The Odney Flaat Wildlife Impoundment not only provides recreational opportunities for visitors but also plays a crucial role in supporting the local ecosystem. With its moderate risk assessment and adherence to state regulations, this impoundment stands as a model of effective water resource management and environmental stewardship in Polk County, Minnesota.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
RED LAKE RIVER-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Drainage Area |
6.1 |
Nid Storage |
205 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Odney Flaat Wildlife Impoundment