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Park. A failure of Battle Creek Dam could also send sediment, debris, and pollutants into Pigs Eye Lake <br />and, eventually, into the Mississippi River, impacting water quality and aquatic life. <br />3.6.7.4 County and Community Operations <br />Of the dams located in Ramsey County, the Battle Creek dams (Battle Creek, Battle Creek Middle, and <br />Battle Creek Upper) are classified as High. These are located within the Battle Creek Regional Park which <br />should limit the impact to county and community operations if there is a failure. <br />3.6.8 CONSEQUENCE ASSESSMENT <br />Impact on the Public <br /> Loss of life and injury due to sudden flooding. <br /> Displacement of residents from inundated areas, leading to temporary or long-term evacuation. <br /> Contamination of water systems, leading to public health impacts. <br /> Disruption of daily life and access to essential services (e.g., healthcare, education). <br />Impact on Responders <br /> Increased risk and operational challenges to emergency responders due to rapid onset of <br />flooding and compromised access to affected areas, complicating rescue and relief efforts. <br /> Strain on emergency services, including search and rescue operations and medical response. <br /> Potential exposure to hazardous materials released during the flood. <br />Continuity of Operations <br /> Disruption of governmental and critical services (e.g., water treatment, power supply). <br /> Long-term impacts on the ability to resume normal operations. <br />Impact on Property, Facilities, and Infrastructure <br /> Destruction or severe damage to homes, businesses, and public buildings. <br /> Short- and long-term structural damage to affected infrastructure, requiring extensive repair or <br />rebuilding. <br /> Potential for cascading failures in other infrastructure (e.g., electrical grid, transportation <br />systems). <br />Impact on the Environment <br /> Extensive erosion and sedimentation, altering waterways and landscapes. <br /> Long-term damage to ecosystems, including loss of habitat and biodiversity. <br /> Contamination of soil and water, affecting agriculture and drinking water sources. <br />Impact on the Economy of the Jurisdiction <br /> Immediate and long-term economic losses due to damage to businesses and property. <br />Ramsey County | Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan 43 <br />Qbhf!313!pg!488 <br /> <br />