Big Stone Lake
Minnesota — Big Stone County — Minnesota River
Location
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Big Stone |
| River | Minnesota River |
| Coordinates | 45.29695, -96.44879 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Length | 6,300 ft |
| NID Storage | 205,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 205,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12,094 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | July 20, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1937 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | MNDNR;UMRWS |
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.