Heron Lake Outlet

Low HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyJackson
Nearest CityWindom
River/StreamHeron Lake Outlet
Coordinates43.79732, -95.28630

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height10 ft
Dam Height7 ft
Dam Length133 ft
Year Completed1937 (89 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage100,000 acre-ft
Max Storage100,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage72,571 acre-ft
Surface Area2,845 acres
Drainage Area448 sq mi
Max Discharge4,889 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFish and Wildlife Pond
OwnerMNDNR-Wildlife
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection11/15/2018
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDMN00115
Federal IDMN00115
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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