Leech Dam
Minnesota — Cass County — LEECH RIVER
Location
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Cass |
| River | LEECH RIVER |
| Coordinates | 47.24780, -94.22169 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 13 ft |
| Dam Height | 13 ft |
| Dam Length | 3,314 ft |
| NID Storage | 680,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 680,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 117,500 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 20, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1885 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - St. Paul District |
| Other Name | Leech 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.