Prairie River
Minnesota — Itasca County — Prairie River
Location
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Itasca |
| River | Prairie River |
| Coordinates | 47.28680, -93.49700 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,160 ft |
| NID Storage | 17,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 17,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,000 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 1, 2018 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1920 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Allete, Inc. |
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.