Pelican Lake
Key Takeaway
Pelican Lake is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 16.2% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 80 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 240.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 197.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,050 acres |
| Drainage Area | 69 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,080 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2002 |
| NID ID | MN00097 |
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 St. Louis - Hwy
Local Government
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pelican Lake?
Pelican 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 Pelican Lake?
Pelican Lake is owned by County of St. Louis - Hwy (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pelican Lake built?
Pelican Lake was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Pelican Lake?
Pelican 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 Pelican Lake?
Pelican 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 Pelican Lake last inspected?
Pelican Lake was last inspected on September 20, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.