Mcknight Lake

Chaska East Creek· Carver, Minnesota· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Mcknight Lake is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 16.2% in MN)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage82 acre-ft
Normal Storage82 acre-ft
Surface Area31 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Year Modified1992
NID IDMN01263

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 1, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

City of Chaska

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mcknight Lake?

Mcknight 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 Mcknight Lake?

Mcknight Lake is owned by City of Chaska (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mcknight Lake?

Mcknight Lake serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mcknight Lake?

Mcknight Lake has a dam height of 8 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 Mcknight Lake last inspected?

Mcknight Lake was last inspected on August 1, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.