Lake Louise
Key Takeaway
Lake Louise is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 25.1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 64 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,509 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00409 |
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-Parks
State Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Louise?
Lake Louise 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 Louise?
Lake Louise is owned by MNDNR-Parks (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Louise built?
Lake Louise was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Louise?
Lake Louise 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 Louise?
Lake Louise 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 Lake Louise last inspected?
Lake Louise was last inspected on May 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.