Building swept away after Minnesota dam suffers partial fail

Dramatic video shows a building being swept after a dam suffered a partial fail.

The Rapidan Dam in the Blue Earth County, Minnesota, USA experienced a partial failure after heavy rain caused intense flooding in the area.

Large, nearby trees were also seen getting broken off at the trunk and washed away by the foaming rapids.

Blue Earth County Emergency Management officials posted on Facebook: "Blue Earth County Public Works, Emergency Management and Sheriff’s Office staff continue to monitor the Rapidan Dam.

"There has been a partial failure on the west abutment.

"The dam in still intact and there are no current plans for a mass evacuation.

"A portion of the river flow has diverted around the west side of the dam and water continues to flow."

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said in a post on Facebook: "Our agencies are in close contact with Blue Earth County and other local officials regarding the Rapidan Dam near Mankato.

"Emergency management is on the ground and acting quickly to ensure the safety of Minnesotans as the situation develops."