Black Dog Lake West
Key Takeaway
Black Dog Lake West is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 60.7% in MN) |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 3.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 335 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01595 |
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
Xcel Energy
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Black Dog Lake West?
Black Dog Lake West 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 Black Dog Lake West?
Black Dog Lake West is owned by Xcel Energy (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Black Dog Lake West built?
Black Dog Lake West was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Black Dog Lake West?
Black Dog Lake West serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Black Dog Lake West?
Black Dog Lake West has a dam height of 20 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 Black Dog Lake West last inspected?
Black Dog Lake West was last inspected on August 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.