Moses Lake
Key Takeaway
Moses Lake is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 6 ft (taller than 1.9% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 10 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 824 acres |
| Drainage Area | 50 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00757 |
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
Otto, Nick;likely EWR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Moses Lake?
Moses 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 Moses Lake?
Moses Lake is owned by Otto, Nick;likely EWR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moses Lake built?
Moses 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 Moses Lake?
Moses Lake serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Moses Lake?
Moses Lake has a dam height of 6 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 Moses Lake last inspected?
Moses Lake was last inspected on June 22, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.