Ann Lake
Key Takeaway
Ann Lake is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 50.4% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 135 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 3.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 363 acres |
| Drainage Area | 56 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00401 |
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
MNDNR-Wildlife
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Ann Lake?
Ann 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 Ann Lake?
Ann Lake is owned by MNDNR-Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ann Lake built?
Ann Lake was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Ann Lake?
Ann Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ann Lake?
Ann Lake has a dam height of 15 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 Ann Lake last inspected?
Ann Lake was last inspected on October 20, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.