Stang Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Stang Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 59.4% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 642 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 220 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,210 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | MN01054 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Stang Lake Dam?
Stang Lake Dam 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 Stang Lake Dam?
Stang Lake Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stang Lake Dam built?
Stang Lake Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Stang Lake Dam?
Stang Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stang Lake Dam?
Stang Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Stang Lake Dam last inspected?
Stang Lake Dam was last inspected on August 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.