Dramatic video shows a building being swept after a dam suffered a partial fail. <br /><br />The Rapidan Dam in the Blue Earth County, Minnesota, USA experienced a partial failure after heavy rain caused intense flooding in the area.<br /><br />Large, nearby trees were also seen getting broken off at the trunk and washed away by the foaming rapids. <br /><br />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. <br /><br />"There has been a partial failure on the west abutment. <br /><br />"The dam in still intact and there are no current plans for a mass evacuation. <br /><br />"A portion of the river flow has diverted around the west side of the dam and water continues to flow."<br /><br />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. <br /><br />"Emergency management is on the ground and acting quickly to ensure the safety of Minnesotans as the situation develops."
