Lost River Pool
Key Takeaway
Lost River Pool is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 30.9% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 25,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 15.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,000 acres |
| Drainage Area | 40 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00924 |
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-Fisheries, Red Lake WD
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lost River Pool?
Lost River Pool 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 Lost River Pool?
Lost River Pool is owned by MNDNR-Fisheries, Red Lake WD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lost River Pool built?
Lost River Pool was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Lost River Pool?
Lost River Pool serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lost River Pool?
Lost River Pool has a dam height of 10 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 Lost River Pool last inspected?
Lost River Pool was last inspected on June 11, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.