Harmon Wetland, located in Pine County, Minnesota, is a private wetland managed by the USDA NRCS.
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Designated as a state-regulated area under the jurisdiction of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, this wetland serves a critical role in water resource management and climate resilience. The dam within the wetland, completed in 1967, stands at a height of 12 feet and spans a length of 280 feet, with a primary purpose of supporting various conservation efforts.
With a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Harmon Wetland provides a safe and effective resource for water storage, with a maximum storage capacity of 275 acre-feet. The wetland covers a drainage area of 2.8 square miles and plays a key role in managing flood risk and maintaining water quality in the Little Sand Creek watershed. The wetland's design, construction, and regulatory oversight ensure its ongoing contribution to environmental protection and sustainable water management practices in the region.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
280 |
Dam Height |
7 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE SAND CREEK-TR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
2.8 |
Nid Storage |
275 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
Kettle River Below Sandstone
|
170cfs |
Snake River Near Pine City
|
127cfs |
St. Croix River Near Danbury
|
1650cfs |
St. Croix River At St. Croix Falls
|
1470cfs |
St. Louis River At Scanlon
|
517cfs |
Nemadji River Near South Superior
|
93cfs |