Jennie Lake Flowage
Key Takeaway
Jennie Lake Flowage is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 25.1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01464 |
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-Fisheries and Wildlife
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jennie Lake Flowage?
Jennie Lake Flowage 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 Jennie Lake Flowage?
Jennie Lake Flowage is owned by MNDNR-Fisheries and Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jennie Lake Flowage built?
Jennie Lake Flowage was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Jennie Lake Flowage?
Jennie Lake Flowage 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 Jennie Lake Flowage?
Jennie Lake Flowage 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 Jennie Lake Flowage last inspected?
Jennie Lake Flowage was last inspected on June 28, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.