Pelican Rapids

Low HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyOtter Tail
Nearest CityPelican Rapids
River/StreamPelican River
Coordinates46.56986, -96.08225

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height16 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length17 ft
Year Completed1870 (156 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage150 acre-ft
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage10 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area345 sq mi
Max Discharge755 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCity of Pelican Rapids
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection06/14/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMN00190
Federal IDMN00190
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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