Brawner Lake
Key Takeaway
Brawner Lake is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 80.4% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2021 |
| NID ID | MN00120 |
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-Parks
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Brawner Lake?
Brawner 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 Brawner Lake?
Brawner Lake is owned by MNDNR-Parks (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brawner Lake built?
Brawner Lake was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Brawner Lake?
Brawner 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 Brawner Lake?
Brawner Lake has a dam height of 29 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 Brawner Lake last inspected?
Brawner Lake was last inspected on August 24, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.