Nora Twp 33 dam
Nora Twp 33
Nora Twp 33, located in Pope County, Minnesota, is a state-regulated fish and wildlife pond managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MNDNR EWR). Built in 1967, this structure serves as a vital water resource in the area, with a storage capacity of 440 acre-feet and a surface area of 75 acres. The dam, standing 11 feet tall and 220 feet long, plays a crucial role in managing the Chippewa River-TR and supporting the local ecosystem.
Despite its low hazard potential, Nora Twp 33 has not been rated for its condition assessment. However, regular inspections are conducted, with the last one taking place in August 2019. The dam's primary purpose is to enhance fish and wildlife habitats, making it a valuable asset for conservation efforts in the region. With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, Nora Twp 33 remains a key component in water resource management and climate resilience initiatives in Minnesota.
In collaboration with state agencies and local stakeholders, Nora Twp 33 continues to be a focal point for environmental monitoring and conservation activities. As climate change impacts water resources, structures like Nora Twp 33 play a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance and supporting biodiversity. By upholding state regulations and conducting regular inspections, this fish and wildlife pond remains a sustainable resource for the community and a testament to effective water management practices in the region.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Nora Twp 33 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pomme De Terre River At Appleton | 228 cfs | → |
| Chippewa River Near Milan | 651 cfs | → |
| Otter Tail River Bl Orwell D Nr Fergus Falls | 489 cfs | → |
| Bois De Sioux River Near White Rock | 5 cfs | → |
| Yellow Bank River Near Odessa | 71 cfs | → |
| Minnesota River At Ortonville | 84 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Nora Twp 33.
Boat launches
- Viking Trail 16246, Douglas County
- North Pelican Lake Road 17134, Long Beach
- Twin Lakes Road Southwest Douglas County
- Pope County
- Glenwood
- Yanda Drive 734, Douglas County
Track Nora Twp 33 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Nora Twp 33
Where does the data for Nora Twp 33 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Nora Twp 33.