Ross Twp 7 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Ross Twp 7 is a local government-owned earth dam located in Badger, Minnesota, specifically in Roseau County.


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Summary

Built in 2007, the dam stands at a height of 18 feet and has a storage capacity of 7,000 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 2,470 acre-feet. The primary purpose of Ross Twp 7 is flood risk reduction, serving as an essential infrastructure to protect the surrounding area from potential water-related hazards.

Managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Ross Twp 7 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The dam has been assessed to be in satisfactory condition, with a significant hazard potential, prompting periodic inspections every four years. Despite the lack of spillway information, Ross Twp 7 plays a crucial role in water resource management within the region, contributing to the overall resilience of the community against flooding events.

With its proximity to the Two Rivers Middle Branch in the Omaha District, Ross Twp 7 serves as a vital asset in the local water infrastructure network. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the technical details and operational aspects of dams like Ross Twp 7 is essential in appreciating the efforts made to mitigate flood risks and protect communities from potential water-related disasters.

Year Completed

2007

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TWO RIVERS MIDDLE BR-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Drainage Area

18

Nid Storage

7000

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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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.