French Lake
Key Takeaway
French Lake is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 16.2% in MN) |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 880 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1973 |
| NID ID | MN01611 |
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
County of Rice
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of French Lake?
French 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 French Lake?
French Lake is owned by County of Rice (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was French Lake built?
French Lake was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 French Lake?
French 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 French Lake?
French 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 French Lake last inspected?
French Lake was last inspected on September 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.