Fountain Lake

Minnesota, Freeborn County, Shell Rock River

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyFreeborn
RiverShell Rock River
Coordinates43.65199, -93.36065

Physical Characteristics

NID Height21 ft
Dam Height8 ft
Dam Length105 ft
NID Storage12,300 acre-ft
Max Storage12,300 acre-ft
Surface Area555 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionMay 9, 2024
Inspection Frequency8

Dam Information

Year Completed1911
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeOther
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCity of Albert Lea

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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.

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