Dead Lake East
Key Takeaway
Dead Lake East is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 8.5% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 50 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 100.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7,534 acres |
| Drainage Area | 126 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 950 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00206 |
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
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dead Lake East?
Dead Lake East 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 Dead Lake East?
Dead Lake East is owned by MNDNR (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dead Lake East built?
Dead Lake East was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Dead Lake East?
Dead Lake East 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 Dead Lake East?
Dead Lake East has a dam height of 7 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 Dead Lake East last inspected?
Dead Lake East was last inspected on August 29, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.