Little Swan Lake
Key Takeaway
Little Swan Lake is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 25.1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 48 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 5.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 145 acres |
| Drainage Area | 56 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 490 cfs |
| Year Modified | 2015 |
| NID ID | MN00258 |
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 Todd
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little Swan Lake?
Little Swan 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 Swan Lake?
Little Swan Lake is owned by County of Todd (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Little Swan Lake?
Little Swan 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 Swan Lake?
Little Swan Lake 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 Little Swan Lake last inspected?
Little Swan Lake was last inspected on August 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.