Wergeland Twp 31 in Yellow Medicine, Minnesota is a privately owned rockfill dam with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Mud Creek-TR. The dam stands at 20 feet in height with a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 13 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular state inspections and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and functionality.

Located in S31 T114N R44W, Wergeland Twp 31 has not been rated for its condition assessment and lacks emergency action plans and inundation maps. However, with a history of state permitting and inspection, the dam remains a vital asset in managing flood risks in the area. The presence of associated structures and the engagement of state agencies in regulation and enforcement contribute to the overall resilience of the dam in mitigating potential water resource challenges and climate impacts in the region.