Elk River

High Hazard ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMinnesota
CountySherburne
Nearest CityElk River
River/StreamElk River
Coordinates45.30400, -93.58577

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height23 ft
Dam Height23 ft
Dam Length207 ft
Year Completed1916 (110 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,800 acre-ft
Max Storage2,800 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,600 acre-ft
Surface Area300 acres
Drainage Area234 sq mi
Max Discharge10,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCity of Elk River
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Last Inspection05/23/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMN00516
Federal IDMN00516
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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