Scanlon W Channel Dam

Minnesota — Carlton County — St Louis River

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyCarlton
RiverSt Louis River
Coordinates46.70920, -92.42220

Physical Characteristics

NID Height24 ft
Dam Height20 ft
Dam Length925 ft
NID Storage876 acre-ft
Max Storage876 acre-ft
Surface Area74 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionSeptember 21, 2022
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1922
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerAllete, 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.

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