Sturgeon Lake
Minnesota — St. Louis County — Sturgeon River
Location
| State | Minnesota |
| County | St. Louis |
| River | Sturgeon River |
| Coordinates | 47.65967, -93.01621 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| NID Storage | 75,599 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 75,599 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,050 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | October 5, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 8 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1936 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | MNDNR |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.