Fountain Lake

Low HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyFreeborn
Nearest CityAlbert Lea
River/StreamShell Rock River
Coordinates43.65199, -93.36065

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeOther
NID Height21 ft
Dam Height8 ft
Dam Length105 ft
Year Completed1911 (115 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage12,300 acre-ft
Max Storage12,300 acre-ft
Normal Storage3,500 acre-ft
Surface Area555 acres
Drainage Area93 sq mi
Max Discharge1,140 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCity of Albert Lea
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection05/09/2024
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDMN00360
Federal IDMN00360
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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