Birch Lake
Minnesota — Lake County — Kawishiwi River
Location
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Lake |
| River | Kawishiwi River |
| Coordinates | 47.81580, -91.78330 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Height | 7 ft |
| Dam Length | 227 ft |
| NID Storage | 39,680 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 39,680 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7,624 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | July 24, 2018 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1922 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| 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.