Leech Dam

Significant HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyCass
Nearest CityFEDERAL DAM
River/StreamLEECH RIVER
Coordinates47.24780, -94.22169

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height13 ft
Dam Height13 ft
Dam Length3,314 ft
Year Completed1885 (141 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage680,000 acre-ft
Max Storage680,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage490,000 acre-ft
Surface Area117,500 acres
Drainage Area1,163 sq mi
Max Discharge1,500 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerUSACE - St. Paul District
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection05/20/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMN00585
Federal IDMN00585
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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