Thomson Canal Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyCarlton
Nearest CityDuluth
River/StreamSt. Louis River
Coordinates46.66088, -92.35083

Physical Characteristics

NID Height45 ft
Dam Height45 ft
Dam Length3,500 ft
Year Completed1907 (119 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage4,352 acre-ft
Max Storage4,352 acre-ft
Normal Storage4,352 acre-ft
Surface Area375 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerAllete, Inc.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection09/21/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMN00604
Federal IDMN00604S011
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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