Whitefield Wma Reservoir Report
Nearby: Grass Lake Little Kandiyohi Lake
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Whitefield Wma, located in Kandiyohi, Minnesota, is a State-owned water management area designed by Ducks Unlimited.
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Summary
This project is regulated by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources - Division of Ecological and Water Resources, ensuring proper permitting, inspection, and enforcement procedures are in place. The dam at Whitefield Wma is an Earth-type structure with a height of 8 feet and a storage capacity of 195 acre-feet, providing essential water resource management for the area.
With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of March 2021, Whitefield Wma serves as a reliable water resource infrastructure in Minnesota. The dam's primary purpose and associated structures are not specified, but its significant role in flood control, water storage, or habitat preservation can be inferred. The dam's Emergency Action Plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures are currently not available, indicating potential areas for improvement in emergency preparedness and response.
As part of the Omaha District of the US Army Corps of Engineers and within Congressional District 07 of Minnesota, Whitefield Wma stands as a testament to responsible water resource management and conservation efforts in the region. Its strategic location, design, and state jurisdiction highlight the importance of sustainable infrastructure for climate and water resource enthusiasts seeking to understand and protect our natural environment.
Dam Height |
8 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
195 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Yellow Medicine River Near Granite Falls
|
133cfs |
Minnesota River At Montevideo
|
1810cfs |
Minnesota River At Morton
|
1750cfs |
Chippewa River Near Watson
|
430cfs |
Redwood River Near Redwood Falls
|
53cfs |
Chippewa River Near Milan
|
624cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Whitefield Wma