Little Stone Lake
Key Takeaway
Little Stone Lake is classified as significant hazard in Minnesota. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 53.5% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 2,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 180 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 35 cfs |
| NID ID | MN00373 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
County of St. Louis
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little Stone Lake?
Little Stone Lake is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Little Stone Lake?
Little Stone Lake is owned by County of St. Louis (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Little Stone Lake?
Little Stone 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 Stone Lake?
Little Stone Lake has a dam height of 16 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 Stone Lake last inspected?
Little Stone Lake was last inspected on September 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.