Velvet Lake
Key Takeaway
Velvet Lake is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 6 ft (taller than 1.9% in MN) |
| Dam Length | 30 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 525 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 160 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 540 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | MN00050 |
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
Big Pine Lake
Crow Wing, MN
Low Hazard 9 ftPine River Dam
Crow Wing, MN
High Hazard 23 ftEagle Lake
Crow Wing, MN
Low Hazard 6 ftPerkins Pond
Crow Wing, MN
Low Hazard 8 ftLake Ossawinnamakee
Crow Wing, MN
Low Hazard 10 ftLake Emily
Crow Wing, MN
Low Hazard 9 ftRoosevelt Lake
Crow Wing, MN
Low Hazard 8 ftPelican Lake
Crow Wing, MN
Low Hazard 6 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Velvet Lake?
Velvet 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 Velvet Lake?
Velvet Lake is owned by MNDNR (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Velvet Lake built?
Velvet Lake was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Velvet Lake?
Velvet Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Velvet Lake?
Velvet Lake has a dam height of 6 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 Velvet Lake last inspected?
Velvet Lake was last inspected on October 7, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.