Lake Elysian
Key Takeaway
Lake Elysian is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 16.2% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 19.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,273 acres |
| Drainage Area | 46 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,735 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00108 |
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 Lake Elysian?
Lake Elysian 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 Lake Elysian?
Lake Elysian is owned by MNDNR-Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Elysian built?
Lake Elysian was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Lake Elysian?
Lake Elysian 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 Lake Elysian?
Lake Elysian 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 Lake Elysian last inspected?
Lake Elysian was last inspected on June 22, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.