Lake Bronson

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyKittson
Nearest CityLake Bronson
River/StreamTwo Rivers South Branch
Coordinates48.72301, -96.63422

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height38 ft
Dam Height36 ft
Dam Length2,000 ft
Year Completed1937 (89 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage6,000 acre-ft
Max Storage6,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage3,700 acre-ft
Surface Area281 acres
Drainage Area540 sq mi
Max Discharge4,900 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerMNDNR-Parks
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection10/01/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMN00017
Federal IDMN00017
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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