How a 40-ton grain elevator crossed over the Rapidan Dam
Spotify RAPIDAN, MINN. – Imagine a six-story building, perched precariously, inching its way across a narrow bridge, a churning river below. In 1949, that’s exactly what happened at the Rapidan Dam ...
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Drone surveys help scientists understand impact of Rapidan Dam ‘avulsive failure’
Water in the Blue Earth River flows around the the Rapidan Dam southwest of Mankato on June 24, 2024 threatening the integrity of the dam as well as a house on the west side of the dam. Documenting ...
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Rapidan dam failure opened up new research opportunities
The failure of the Rapidan Dam in June opened up new research opportunities for local geologists and researchers. Such opportunities are important in light of the increasing dangers presented by ...