Stakkelhouse Lake
Key Takeaway
Stakkelhouse Lake is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 37.6% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 32 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00746 |
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
Gregerson and Peterson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stakkelhouse Lake?
Stakkelhouse 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 Stakkelhouse Lake?
Stakkelhouse Lake is owned by Gregerson and Peterson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stakkelhouse Lake built?
Stakkelhouse Lake was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Stakkelhouse Lake?
Stakkelhouse Lake serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stakkelhouse Lake?
Stakkelhouse Lake has a dam height of 11 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 Stakkelhouse Lake last inspected?
Stakkelhouse Lake was last inspected on October 15, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.