Nest Lake
Key Takeaway
Nest Lake is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 41.3% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 34 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 13.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,008 acres |
| Drainage Area | 123 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 435 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2022 |
| NID ID | MN00061 |
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
Private Dam Owner County of Kandiyohi
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Nest Lake?
Nest 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 Nest Lake?
Nest Lake is owned by Private Dam Owner County of Kandiyohi (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nest Lake built?
Nest Lake was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Nest Lake?
Nest 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 Nest Lake?
Nest Lake has a dam height of 12 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 Nest Lake last inspected?
Nest Lake was last inspected on April 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.