Battle Creek Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Battle Creek is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in St.


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Summary

Paul, Minnesota. Constructed in 1982 by BARR ENG, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet with a structural height of 30 feet, stretching 1530 feet in length. It serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Battle Creek river, with a normal storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 340 acre-feet.

Managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Battle Creek has a high hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in July 2008. The dam sees regular inspections, with the last one conducted in November 2019. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the structure is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 8000 cubic feet per second and is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway. Battle Creek plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events, showcasing the importance of proper water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.

Year Completed

1982

Dam Length

1530

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

BATTLE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Drainage Area

4

Nid Storage

340

Structural Height

30

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

30
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.