Stinking Lake
Key Takeaway
Stinking Lake is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 59.4% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 370 acres |
| Drainage Area | 24 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00916 |
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
WD of Buffalo-Red River
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Stinking Lake?
Stinking 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 Stinking Lake?
Stinking Lake is owned by WD of Buffalo-Red River (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stinking Lake built?
Stinking Lake was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Stinking Lake?
Stinking Lake serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stinking Lake?
Stinking Lake 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 Stinking Lake last inspected?
Stinking Lake was last inspected on July 20, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.