Eagle Lake

Hawk Creek· Kandiyohi, Minnesota· Built 1941· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Eagle Lake is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 8.5% in MN)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage25.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.6K acre-ft
Surface Area819 acres
Drainage Area18 sq mi
Year Completed1941 (85 years old)
Year Modified1991
NID IDMN01153

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 18, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

MNDNR-Fisheries

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eagle Lake?

Eagle 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 Eagle Lake?

Eagle Lake is owned by MNDNR-Fisheries (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Eagle Lake built?

Eagle Lake was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Eagle Lake?

Eagle 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 Eagle Lake?

Eagle Lake 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 Eagle Lake last inspected?

Eagle Lake was last inspected on April 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.