Granite Falls

Low HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyChippewa
Nearest CityGranite Falls
River/StreamMinnesota River
Coordinates44.85000, -95.51670

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height21 ft
Dam Height21 ft
Dam Length300 ft
Year Completed1911 (115 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage252 acre-ft
Max Storage252 acre-ft
Normal Storage252 acre-ft
Surface Area52 acres
Drainage Area6,370 sq mi
Max Discharge36,800 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerGranite Falls, City of
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection08/08/2018
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMN00510
Federal IDMN00510
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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