Brown's Valley Dam

Significant HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyTraverse
Nearest CityBROWNS VALLEY
River/StreamBOIS DE SIOUX/MINNESOTA RIVER
Coordinates45.60799, -96.85117

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height14 ft
Dam Length3,700 ft
Year Completed1941 (85 years old)

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerUSACE - St. Paul District
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection03/09/2026
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMN00575
Federal IDMN00575
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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