Knife Falls North Channel Dam
Key Takeaway
Knife Falls North Channel Dam is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 57.4% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 145 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 235 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,426 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1922 (104 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00606 |
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
Allete, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Knife Falls North Channel Dam?
Knife Falls North Channel Dam 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 Knife Falls North Channel Dam?
Knife Falls North Channel Dam is owned by Allete, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Knife Falls North Channel Dam built?
Knife Falls North Channel Dam was completed in 1922, making it 104 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 Knife Falls North Channel Dam?
Knife Falls North Channel Dam serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Knife Falls North Channel Dam?
Knife Falls North Channel Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Knife Falls North Channel Dam last inspected?
Knife Falls North Channel Dam was last inspected on July 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.