Red Rock 14 dam
Red Rock 14
Red Rock 14, located in Mower County, Minnesota, is a local government-owned Earth dam with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. Constructed in 2020 by Barr Eng, this dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a storage capacity of 220.1 acre-feet. It is regulated by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting to ensure its structural integrity and functionality.
With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Red Rock 14 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region. Although it has not been modified since its completion, it is equipped with emergency action plans and updated contact information to respond swiftly in case of any unforeseen events. The dam has not been rated for its risk assessment or management measures, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and evaluation to enhance its resilience in the face of changing climate patterns and water resource challenges.
As a key infrastructure for flood control, Red Rock 14 serves as a vital asset in protecting the local community from potential water-related disasters. Its strategic location and design contribute to the overall water resource management efforts in the region, emphasizing the importance of sustainable practices and proactive measures in ensuring the safety and well-being of residents. With its completion in 2020, Red Rock 14 stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between local government agencies, engineers, and regulatory bodies in addressing the evolving climate and water resource issues facing Minnesota.
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 Red Rock 14 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar River Near Austin | 167 cfs | → |
| South Fork Zumbro River At Rochester | 117 cfs | → |
| Root River Near Pilot Mound | 393 cfs | → |
| Straight River Near Faribault | 163 cfs | → |
| Winnebago River At Mason City | 398 cfs | → |
| Cedar River At Charles City | 616 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Red Rock 14.
Boat launches
- Oakland Place Northeast Austin
- West Richway Drive 630, Albert Lea
- Wapsi Great Western Line Mitchell County
Campgrounds
- Camping
- Adams City Park Campgrounds
- Pine Lawn City Park
- Old Campground
- Otranto County Park Campground
- Bear Cave Park
Track Red Rock 14 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 Red Rock 14
Where does the data for Red Rock 14 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 Red Rock 14.