Red River Drayton Reservoir Report
Nearby: Drayton Dam North Salt Lake
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Located in St.
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Summary
Vincent, Minnesota, the Red River Drayton dam is a key water resource infrastructure managed by the local government. Completed in 1964, this gravity dam stands at a height of 20 feet and stretches 620 feet in length, serving primarily for water supply purposes. With a storage capacity of 12,707 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources for the surrounding area, as it regulates a drainage area of 34,800 acres and can discharge up to 8,200 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, the Red River Drayton dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and operational efficiency. With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam is considered to be in a stable state. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures remain unspecified, highlighting potential areas for improvement in emergency preparedness and risk management. Despite these challenges, the Red River Drayton dam continues to play a vital role in water resource management for the region, showcasing the importance of sustainable infrastructure in the face of climate variability and changing water needs.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
620 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
RED RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Drainage Area |
34800 |
Nid Storage |
12707 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Red River Of The North At Drayton
|
1650cfs |
Park River At Grafton
|
26cfs |
Middle River At Argyle
|
10cfs |
Forest River At Minto
|
44cfs |
South Branch Two Rivers At Lake Bronson
|
47cfs |
Tongue River At Akra
|
53cfs |
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.
Red River Drayton