Round Lake

Rice Creek-TR· Ramsey, Minnesota· Built 1960· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Round Lake is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 30.9% in MN)
Dam Length90 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.8K acre-ft
Surface Area110 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge469 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDMN00540

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: May 13, 2022
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USFWS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Round Lake?

Round 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 Round Lake?

Round Lake is owned by USFWS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Round Lake built?

Round Lake was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Round Lake?

Round Lake serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Round Lake?

Round Lake has a dam height of 10 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 Round Lake last inspected?

Round Lake was last inspected on May 13, 2022. 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.