Albert Lea Lake
Key Takeaway
Albert Lea Lake is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1923 and is 103 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 41.3% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 15.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,698 acres |
| Drainage Area | 147 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1923 (103 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2015 |
| NID ID | MN00362 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WD of Shell Rock River
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Albert Lea Lake?
Albert Lea Lake is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Albert Lea Lake?
Albert Lea Lake is owned by WD of Shell Rock River (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Albert Lea Lake built?
Albert Lea Lake was completed in 1923, making it 103 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Albert Lea Lake?
Albert Lea Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Albert Lea Lake?
Albert Lea Lake has a dam height of 12 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Albert Lea Lake last inspected?
Albert Lea Lake was last inspected on September 18, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.