Little Pine Lake
Key Takeaway
Little Pine Lake is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 4 ft (taller than 0.3% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 37 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 6.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 225 acres |
| Drainage Area | 19 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 360 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1969 |
| NID ID | MN00242 |
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-EWR
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little Pine Lake?
Little Pine Lake 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 Little Pine Lake?
Little Pine Lake is owned by MNDNR-EWR (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Pine Lake built?
Little Pine Lake was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Little Pine Lake?
Little Pine Lake 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 Little Pine Lake?
Little Pine Lake has a dam height of 4 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 Little Pine Lake last inspected?
Little Pine Lake was last inspected on October 4, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.