International Falls

Low HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMinnesota
CountyKoochiching
Nearest CityBaudette, MN
River/StreamRainy River
Coordinates48.60780, -93.40410

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height29 ft
Dam Height29 ft
Dam Length505 ft
Year Completed1909 (117 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage77,274 acre-ft
Max Storage77,274 acre-ft
Surface Area48,296 acres
Drainage Area5,000 sq mi
Max Discharge7,650 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerInternational Falls Power Company
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection08/11/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMN00653
Federal IDMN00653
More InfoState Dam Safety Program