Prior Lake
Key Takeaway
Prior Lake is classified as low hazard in Minnesota.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 5 ft (taller than 1% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 8 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Normal Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,056 acres |
| Drainage Area | 35 sq mi |
| NID ID | MN01328 |
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
State Government
Nearby Dams
Jeffers Upper
Scott, MN
Low Hazard 10 ftJeffers Wildlife Pond
Scott, MN
UnknownJeffers Fish Pond
Scott, MN
UnknownSunset Lake
Dakota, MN
High Hazard 21 ftHilgenberg Pond
Scott, MN
Significant Hazard 22 ftNormandale Lake
Hennepin, MN
Low Hazard 7 ftHenry Pond
Scott, MN
Low Hazard 11 ftPetit F Pond
Scott, MN
Low Hazard 7 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Prior Lake?
Prior 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 Prior Lake?
Prior Lake is owned by MNDNR (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Prior Lake?
Prior Lake has a dam height of 5 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 Prior Lake last inspected?
Prior Lake was last inspected on June 22, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.