Hatch Lake Outlet Structure Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Rice, Minnesota, the Hatch Lake Outlet Structure is a local government-owned dam completed in 2011 with the primary purpose of creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond.


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Summary

Designed by JONES, HAUGH & SMITH INC, this Earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 7 feet and has a storage capacity of 650 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and not yet rated condition assessment, this structure plays a vital role in managing water resources in the area.

Situated in the St. Paul District under the jurisdiction of the state of Minnesota, the Hatch Lake Outlet Structure serves as a key component in the local water management system. With a drainage area of 0.21 square miles, this dam helps regulate water flow and provides essential habitat for fish and wildlife. Despite not being regulated by the state, this structure undergoes inspections every 8 years to ensure its safety and functionality.

While lacking certain details such as spillway type and inspection frequency, the Hatch Lake Outlet Structure remains an integral part of the water infrastructure in the region. With its focus on supporting fish and wildlife populations, this dam highlights the importance of sustainable water resource management and the role of local government in maintaining ecological balance.

Year Completed

2011

Dam Height

7

Drainage Area

0.21

Nid Storage

650

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

7
       
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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.