Lac Qui Parle Dam
Minnesota — Lac qui Parle County — MINNESOTA
Location
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Lac qui Parle |
| River | MINNESOTA |
| Coordinates | 45.02194, -95.86914 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Height | 17 ft |
| Dam Length | 4,327 ft |
| NID Storage | 122,800 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 122,800 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8,500 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | February 17, 2026 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1939 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - St. Paul District |
| Other Name | Lac Qui Parle Lake |
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.