Lower Red Lake Dam
Minnesota — Clearwater County — RED LAKE RIVER
Location
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Clearwater |
| River | RED LAKE RIVER |
| Coordinates | 47.95983, -95.27462 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 17 ft |
| Dam Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Length | 36,500 ft |
| NID Storage | 3,428,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 3,428,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 288,640 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 15, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1931 |
| Primary Purpose | Other |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - St. Paul District |
| Other Name | Miskwaagamiiwi-Zaagaiganing;Red Lakes Reservoir;Upper and Lower Red Lakes |
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.