Holly 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Walnut Grove Duncan Avenue
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Holly 2, located in Murray, Minnesota, is a privately owned dam with a height of 29 feet and a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet.
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Summary
The dam, designed by Bolton & Menk Eng, is regulated by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Holly 2 plays a critical role in managing water resources in the area.
Although the primary purpose of Holly 2 is not specified, its design as an earth dam suggests a focus on flood control and water retention. The dam's location in Minnesota's Congressional District 07 highlights its importance in the region's water infrastructure. Despite having a normal storage capacity of 16 acre-feet, Holly 2's maximum storage of 50 acre-feet indicates its ability to handle varying water levels and provide essential water resource management in the area.
While Holly 2 has not been rated for condition assessment, its low hazard potential and adherence to state regulations make it a vital asset for water resource management in Murray, Minnesota. As an integral part of the local water infrastructure, Holly 2 serves a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and ensuring sustainable water management practices in the region.
Dam Height |
29 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.2 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
29 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
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Holly 2