Thomson Canal Dam
Minnesota, Carlton County, St. Louis River
Location
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Carlton |
| River | St. Louis River |
| Coordinates | 46.66088, -92.35083 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 45 ft |
| Dam Height | 45 ft |
| Dam Length | 3,500 ft |
| NID Storage | 4,352 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 4,352 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 375 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 21, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1907 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | - |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Allete, Inc. |
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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.