Sandy Lock and Dam
Minnesota — Aitkin County — SANDY RIVER
Location
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Aitkin |
| River | SANDY RIVER |
| Coordinates | 46.78795, -93.31985 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Length | 109 ft |
| NID Storage | 79,400 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 79,400 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9,400 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 2, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1895 |
| Primary Purpose | Other |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - St. Paul District |
| Other Name | Sandy Lake Reservoir |
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.