East Twin Lake
Key Takeaway
East Twin Lake is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 16.2% in MN) |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01466 |
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 East Twin Lake?
East Twin 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 East Twin Lake?
East Twin Lake is owned by MNDNR-Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Twin Lake built?
East Twin Lake was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 East Twin Lake?
East Twin 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 East Twin Lake?
East Twin Lake has a dam height of 8 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 East Twin Lake last inspected?
East Twin Lake was last inspected on March 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.