Lake Shaokatan
Key Takeaway
Lake Shaokatan is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1917 and is 109 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 6 ft (taller than 1.9% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 98 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 408 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 994 acres |
| Drainage Area | 14 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 750 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1917 (109 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00122 |
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 Lincoln
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Shaokatan?
Lake Shaokatan 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 Shaokatan?
Lake Shaokatan is owned by County of Lincoln (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Shaokatan built?
Lake Shaokatan was completed in 1917, making it 109 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 Shaokatan?
Lake Shaokatan serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Shaokatan?
Lake Shaokatan has a dam height of 6 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 Shaokatan last inspected?
Lake Shaokatan was last inspected on May 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.