Esquagama Lake
Key Takeaway
Esquagama Lake is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 25.1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 17.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 453 acres |
| Drainage Area | 159 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1952 |
| NID ID | MN00099 |
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
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What is the hazard classification of Esquagama Lake?
Esquagama 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 Esquagama Lake?
Esquagama Lake is owned by MNDNR (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Esquagama Lake built?
Esquagama Lake was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Esquagama Lake?
Esquagama 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 Esquagama Lake?
Esquagama Lake has a dam height of 9 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 Esquagama Lake last inspected?
Esquagama Lake was last inspected on August 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.