Blanchard

Low HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyMorrison
Nearest CitySartell
River/StreamMississippi River
Coordinates45.86076, -94.35984

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height46 ft
Dam Height46 ft
Dam Length4,451 ft
Year Completed1925 (101 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage16,358 acre-ft
Max Storage16,358 acre-ft
Normal Storage16,128 acre-ft
Surface Area1,152 acres
Drainage Area11,600 sq mi
Max Discharge72,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerAllete, Inc.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection06/27/2018
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMN00599
Federal IDMN00599
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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